TOPIC: ROAD ACCIDENTS
Meaning of Accidents: This is an unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly.
Road accident refers to a sudden event such as a crash that is not planned or intended and that causes
damage, injury, or death.
Causes of Road Accidents
1. Drunk drivers or Drinking while driving
2. Disrespect for road signs
3. Careless driving
4. Lack of road signs
5. Bad roads
6. Some road drivers do not know what the roads signs mean
7. Overspeeding by drivers
8. Inexperience in driving
9. Playing on the road
10. Wrong overtaking
11. Breaking down of cars
12. People refusing to use pedestrian bridges
Effects of road accidents
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Some people may die. Their relations will be sad
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People may get injured or deformed
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The cars get damaged
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Traffic congestion occurs
How to prevent Road Accidents
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Use appropriate resources provided for road maintenance
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Regularly maintain the road before it gets worse
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Punish or warn corrupt traffic officers who take bribes from offending roads users
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Do not drink or eat while driving
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You must be properly trained and certified for driving before using the road
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Always follow the road sign
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Educate drivers and other road users on safe road use
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You must not play on the road
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People should always use the pedestrian bridges
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We should take good care of our cars and buses
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We should not over speed
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Help in repairing our roads through communal work
What to do when a road accident occurs
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Administer first aid on the victim
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Take the victim to the nearest hospital
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Report to the police or road safety corps.