Manila Bulletin
VP Sara reminds Filipinos: Follow traffic rules to avoid accidents
Vice President Sara Duterte emphasized that road safety is a shared responsibility, urging everyone to strictly adhere to traffic rules and regulations.
During Land Transportation Safety Month, Duterte highlighted that over 11,000 Filipinos died in road accidents in 2021, with pedestrians, motorists, and tricycle passengers being the most affected.
She noted that a significant number of these casualties were young individuals aged 15 to 29.
Duterte stressed that road safety is not solely the duty of traffic enforcers but a collective obligation of every citizen, the private sector, and the government.
She encouraged citizens to use proper pedestrian lanes, refrain from using cellphones while driving or walking, and promptly report road hazards to ensure safety.
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