Mallorca: Take care, drivers warned

Take care, drivers warned



HIRE car drivers are being warned to take extra care on Mallorca’s roads following a spate of accidents. The island’s roads are packed with tourists during the peak summer months and the authorities have already recorded a major number of minor accidents.

Officials on the Council of Mallorca have called on car drivers, especially those visiting the island, to take extra care.

“There have been instances where drivers have been involved in an accident because they are not paying enough attention to the road conditions,” said a spokesperson.

Guardia Civil and police traffic patrols have been increased in recent weeks and they have reported seeing drivers reading maps at the wheels, instances of cars being driven along the wrong side of a road, and hazard warning signs being

ignored.

“When tourists hire a car, they should familiarise themselves with the roads before going on a journey. It can easily lead to a tragic accident if this advice is not

followed,” added the spokesperson.

Meanwhile, a summer anti-drink drive campaign targeting young motorists has been launched in Mallorca.

The island’s driving schools and service stations are taking part in the initiative, which is organised by the Spanish Brewers’ Association in conjunction with police and government.

Stickers, posters, key rings and postcards urging motorists to refrain from drinking and driving are being distributed during the summer season.

The message also reminds drivers of the legal limits for consuming alcohol and driving.

A recent survey revealed that almost 20 per cent of clubbers were considering driving after consuming alcohol.