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The General Directorate of Traffic DGT foresees 7250000 trips by road during these four days. It is the first operation with almost no restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.From tomorrow Friday at 300 p.m. and until midnight on Tuesday October 12 the General Directorate of Traffic launches the Special Operation El Pilar 2021 on the occasion of the national holiday that is celebrated that last day.This is the first major special operation in which there are hardly any restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic which is why Traffic expects 7.2 million long-distance trips during these next four days.Traffic behavior in recent weeks has recovered to the same levels as before the pandemic. Taking into account this reality and the four holidays that many citizens will enjoy Traffic has prepared a series of traffic regulation management and surveillance measures with the aim of covering not only long-distance trips that are destined for areas of rest and tourism on the coast and mountains but also those with a short distance to second-home and leisure areas close to large urban centers.In order to facilitate mobility and fluidity on the roads and of course ensure the road safety of all the operation has human resources agents of the Traffic Group of the Civil Guard civil servants of the Management Centers of Traffic helicopter patrols and personnel in charge of the maintenance of equipment and the installation of road measures and technical means 780 fixed radars 92 of them stretch and 545 speed control mobiles in addition to the 13 helicopters 39 drones 216 cameras and 15 camouflaged vans to control the use of mobile phones and seat belts.Circulation forecasts and measuresThe circulation forecasts prepared by Traffic contemplate that the largest increases in vehicles will take place both on Friday afternoon especially between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. in the direction of the large urban centers and on Tuesday October 12 between the 16 and 23 hours in the direction of those who return from enjoying the holidays.In addition both on Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday afternoon from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. there may also be heavy traffic both in and out of large cities as well as on short routes linking towns of rest areas and mountains near these cities.On Monday as it is a working day the usual movements in and out of large urban centers will take place and already in the afternoon movements in the outbound direction towards areas of second residence can be generalized as it is the next public holiday in the area. national.To promote circulation in the most conflictive areas on each of these four days the DGT has planned among other measures the installation of reversible and additional lanes with cones at peak times and the establishment of alternative routes. Likewise road works will be stopped the holding of sports events and other events that involve the occupation of the road will be limited and the circulation of trucks in general and those that transport certain goods in certain sections dates and times will be restricted.Fall Driving TipsThis first unrestricted bridge due to the COVID-19 pandemic also takes place in autumn a climatic transition season in which adverse weather events can suddenly appear that can surprise us on the road. Among these phenomena are for example rain fog and ice that in a way are announcing the arrival of winter.In addition at this time the nights are longer therefore increasing the risks of accidents as night driving is more dangerous than that carried out during the day.Therefore it is important toPlan the trip by the safest route to avoid unforeseen events. The twitter accounts @informacionDGT and @DGTes or the news bulletins on radio and television as well as on the telephone 011 inform about the traffic situation in real time and any incidents that may exist.If unfavorable weather conditions arise during the trip maintain caution and as a general rule slow down and increase the safety distance. On long rides it is best to stand in a rest area and wait for conditions to improve.On days with little sunlight keep the low beams on during the day if the vehicle does not have daytime running lights It is important to see but also to be seen. Also increase the safety distance with the vehicle in front.Of course all occupants of the vehicle wear a seat belt.Put the mobile in car mode to avoid distractions as well as keep your attention while driving.Do not drive if you have ingested alcohol or other drugs.
