Traffic authority warns drivers of risks during rainy weather
Saudi Arabia’s traffic authority urges motorists to check vehicle readiness and follow safety measures when driving in rainy conditions.
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AIThe General Directorate of Traffic has urged motorists, via its official account on X, to ensure their vehicles are ready before driving in rainy weather.
The authority stressed that this precaution helps avoid road hazards.
It also emphasized the importance of checking windshield wipers to ensure clear visibility during rainfall, which enhances road safety.
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The General Directorate of Traffic also reminded drivers to exercise caution on all roads.
Through X, the authority added that drivers should adhere to speed limits, maintain a safe distance, and yield the right of way.
Additional reminders include using turn signals when changing directions or lanes, staying focused and attentive, avoiding distractions, and using hazard lights for any sudden changes on the road.
These advisories are part of the authority’s ongoing public awareness efforts to ensure everyone’s safety. The directorate has previously warned that using the road shoulder or designated turning lanes to overtake vehicles is a traffic violation.