Over the weekend, the State Traffic Inspectorate of Belarus increased control on the roads.
Crews of the special traffic police unit "Strela" are working in three districts of the Vitebsk region.
The press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported this on Telegram.
The State Traffic Inspectorate has strengthened its control over road traffic throughout the country.
Strela crews operate in the Tolochin, Orsha and Dubrovensky districts of the Vitebsk region.
The State Traffic Inspectorate calls on all road users to be extremely careful.
The State Traffic Inspectorate recommends that drivers plan long trips in advance and take into account changeable weather.
Do not abuse alcohol and under no circumstances drive while drunk, the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate added.
If you notice a drunk pedestrian on the roadway or you learn that a car is being driven by a drunk driver, call 102.
The State Traffic Inspectorate reminds that regular public transport is under increased control until December 24 inclusive.
Particular attention is paid to the use of seat belts and the condition of the tyres.
The State Traffic Inspectorate will direct all efforts to preventing gross violations of traffic rules, the report says.