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São Paulo Expects 3.2 Million Vehicles on Roads Over Holiday
The Military Highway Police will increase patrols on roads across São Paulo state during the extended Finados holiday.
The operation runs from Thursday, October 29, through Monday, November 2.
Officials expect about 3.2 million vehicles to travel on the roads during that period.
More than 5,000 officers are expected to be mobilized, with more than 1,000 additional officers on duty each day.
The increased presence is intended to support the safety of drivers and passengers amid heavy traffic.
Police advise drivers to check their vehicles, wear seat belts and avoid drinking alcohol before driving.
The operation continues through Monday, and police say vehicle checks can help prevent accidents and other problems.
About 3.2 million vehicles are expected on roads across São Paulo state during the extended holiday for All Souls’ Day.
The São Paulo Highway Military Police will increase traffic enforcement and police presence throughout the holiday.
More than 5,000 officers are expected to be mobilized, with more than 1,000 additional officers deployed daily.
Police advised drivers to check their vehicles, wear seat belts and avoid drinking alcohol before driving.
- Who
- The São Paulo Highway Military Police is leading the operation; more than 5,000 officers are expected to be mobilized.
- What
- Police will reinforce road policing and traffic enforcement as about 3.2 million vehicles are expected to travel.
- When
- From Thursday the 29th through Monday the 2nd, during the extended All Souls’ Day holiday.
- Where
- Roads and highways across São Paulo state, Brazil.
- Why
- To increase police presence and contribute to the safety of drivers and passengers.
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The extended holiday road operation begins across São Paulo state.
The operation is scheduled to end.
- Expected traffic
- About 3.2 million vehicles
- Police mobilization
- More than 5,000 officers
- Daily reinforcement
- More than 1,000 officers
- Operation period
- Thursday the 29th to Monday the 2nd
What people are saying
These are simple precautions, but they need to be remembered at all times. It is important to inspect vehicles, wear seat belts and not consume alcoholic beverages before driving, whether on highways or on roads at your destination.