The Island Traffic Authority (ITA) is urging road users to exercise caution while using the roadways, as the country recorded some 167 road fatalities up to Monday, May 27.

This is a 3 per cent decline in road fatalities compared to the same period last year.

“The intention of all road users is to get to their destination safely and back home. Road users must ensure they cut out distractions, cut out all unnecessary actions that could lead to a crash or a fatality, and think about their loved ones who they want to go home to. It is also very important that they learn the road code and abide by it,” the authority said.

“Road users must wear protective gears or clothing at all times, and increase their vigilance at nights and during adverse weather conditions,” ITA added.

Motorcyclists, pedestrians, and private motor vehicle drivers were the top three road user categories with the highest number of road fatalities to date.