In a recent announcement from the Traffic Management Bureau of the Ministry of Public Security, officials revealed a notable increase in traffic flow during this year’s National Day holiday. They reported a 5.3% rise on major highways and an 11.3% increase on national roads compared to last year, indicating a substantial uptick in travel activity.
This year’s National Day was particularly significant as it marked the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. The confluence of celebratory events, travel plans, and family gatherings has understandably contributed to heavier traffic and heightened concerns regarding road safety management.
In response to these challenges, traffic management authorities across the nation have made strategic adjustments to their deployment of officers. They’ve enhanced command and control measures and have been fully operational to address the increased demand on the roadways. Their focus has been on managing critical times, areas, and specific roads, while also enforcing traffic regulations and raising safety awareness among travelers to facilitate smoother journeys.
As of October 7 at 5 PM, the Traffic Management Bureau reported that the overall state of road safety in the country remains stable and orderly. Encouragingly, no major accidents involving five or more fatalities have been recorded. Although some regions experienced temporary slowdowns, there were no significant or extended traffic jams reported, which reflects the effectiveness of the measures implemented.
