The Mayor of Chiayi, Taiwan, Huang Minhui, recently led the Deputy Mayor, Secretary-General, and the Traffic Safety Working Group to convene a road safety meeting. According to statistics from the police department, recent A1 accidents are mainly caused by self-falls, with an increasing trend of accidents and violations involving elderly individuals. During the meeting, the Mayor strongly requested that in addition to the continued implementation of various road safety improvements by each subgroup, attention should also be paid to the issue of elderly drivers. The supervisory group was tasked with presenting a special report at the next road safety meeting to effectively enhance the traffic safety awareness of the elderly and correct their road habits and perceptions. Preventing accidents involving the elderly should start at the root to collectively maintain a safe traffic environment.
In recent times, the issue of road safety has become a growing concern in Chiayi, Taiwan. Mayor Huang Minhui, along with key officials from the local government, recently led a meeting focusing on road safety, specifically addressing the increasing number of accidents related to self-falls. The meeting, attended by the Deputy Mayor, Secretary-General, and members of the Traffic Safety Working Group, highlighted statistics from the police department indicating that self-falls were the primary cause of recent A1 accidents in the area.
Moreover, the data revealed a troubling trend of accidents and violations involving elderly individuals, prompting Mayor Huang to emphasize the importance of not only continuing to implement various road safety measures but also placing a strong emphasis on the issue of elderly drivers. During the meeting, it was strongly advocated that the supervisory group should prepare a detailed report for the next road safety meeting, with a specific focus on enhancing the traffic safety awareness of the elderly population and rectifying their road behaviors and attitudes.
The Mayor reiterated the significance of addressing the root causes of accidents involving elderly drivers to effectively prevent such incidents and collectively work towards maintaining a safe and secure traffic environment for all road users. The call to action emphasized the need for ongoing efforts to improve road safety practices and to prioritize the safety and well-being of all individuals, particularly focusing on vulnerable groups such as the elderly. This proactive approach highlights the commitment of the local government in Chiayi to promote road safety awareness and implement measures to reduce accidents and ensure a secure road environment for the community.