The ABURRÁ ORIENT warned about a worrying increase in road accidents on the double las palmas road. Between January and April of this year they have registered 86 accidents, which represents a 28 % increase compared to the same period of 2024.
According to the report, these claims have left a balance of three dead motorcyclists and 67 injured people, What led to the concession, together with the Transit and Transportation Police and the Antioquia Governorate, to intensify its prevention and awareness campaign.
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“The call is to all road actors, especially motorcyclists, to adopt safe behaviors. We are displaying ours Campaign Manéje well to raise awareness about the vulnerability of those who mobilize in a motorcycle and the importance of preserving life”, Said Daniel Betancur, Road Operations Coordinator of the Tunnel Aburrá Oriente concession.
The campaign includes pedagogical days, delivery of informative material and practical advice on the maintenance of the vehicle and compliance with traffic standards. In addition, key recommendations are promoted such as the mandatory use of the helmet, the good condition of brakes and tires, avoid circulating through the berm or between vehicles, and respecting the speed limits, especially under rain conditions.
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The Tunnel Aburrá Oriente concession reiterated its commitment to road safety and announced that it will continue working hand in hand with the authorities to reduce the sinisterity in Las Palmas and the Palmas variant. However, he recalled that the main responsibility falls to each user of the road, so self -care is essential to save lives.
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The Secretary of Security of Marinilla said the operations have been successful thanks to the articulation of citizenship, public force and administration.
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Between January and April of this year, 86 accidents have been recorded in Las Palmas.
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