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Brandenburg Police Intensify Speed Enforcement During Summer Holidays
The Brandenburg Police are stepping up their efforts to curb speeding on rural roads during the summer holidays as part of a nationwide road safety campaign called "Speed Week". This concentrated enforcement operation aims to reduce speeding-related accidents and ensure safer holiday travel.
The focus of the checks will be on rural roads with an avenue-like character, as announced by the West Police Directorate. Both the West and North Police Directorates in Brandenburg are participating in this enforcement action, which they are calling a "blitz marathon".
The initiative is part of a broader effort to improve road safety in Germany. Despite previous enforcement actions, speeding remains a significant cause of fatal accidents in Brandenburg, according to the North Police Directorate. The majority of fatal accidents in Brandenburg are caused by speeding, making it a pressing concern that needs immediate attention.
The enforcement during the "blitz marathon" will involve deploying mobile and fixed speed cameras on rural sections known for frequent speeding. There will be no warnings issued, with immediate fines being imposed following detection. Public awareness efforts will also be undertaken to remind drivers of the dangers of speeding on country roads. The action will be coordinated with traffic safety campaigns during the high-traffic summer holidays.
Penalties for speeding in Germany escalate with the amount over the speed limit. Fines start at €20 for up to 10 km/h over the limit, with more severe violations leading to driving bans and points on the license[1]. The aim is to deter drivers from exceeding speed limits and to make the roads safer for everyone.
The Brandenburg Police's "blitz marathon" is just one part of the larger "Speed Week" campaign. This type of enforcement action generally includes increased police presence, systematic speed checks, and stricter fines and penalties for offenders caught driving over the speed limits on these less monitored rural roadways.
In summary, the Brandenburg Police’s Speed Week agenda during the summer holiday period is a concentrated enforcement operation aimed at reducing speeding on rural roads through targeted speed monitoring, enforcement of fines, and raising driver awareness to ensure safer holiday travel.
[1] Source: German Road Traffic Regulations (StVO) and the German Road Safety Council (DVR) website.
- To foster a healthier and safer workplace environment, the Brandenburg Police are integrating wellness initiatives into their "Speed Week" campaign during the summer holidays, highlighting the correlation between road safety and overall health and wellness.
- Employing a multi-faceted approach to enhance road safety, the Brandenburg Police are also incorporating fitness and exercise programs for their officers, acknowledging the link between physical fitness and proper functioning in the workplace-wellness context.
