By: Isuru Parakrama
November 03, Colombo (LNW): The Road Development Authority (RDA) has issued a cautionary notice to all motorists, advising heightened vigilance on highways due to ongoing heavy rains across the region.
P. C. Gunasinghe, Deputy Director General of the Expressway Operation, Maintenance, and Management Division, emphasised that the combination of wet road surfaces and reduced visibility poses increased risks.
As a safety measure, Gunasinghe recommended that drivers adhere to a reduced maximum speed of 60 kilometres per hour to ensure control on slippery surfaces and minimise accident risks.
The advisory is intended to prevent incidents often triggered by wet weather, particularly with surface water affecting vehicle grip.
The RDA urges drivers to be mindful of speed and avoid abrupt manoeuvres, especially in areas prone to water accumulation.
