Amman: A traffic operations officer announced a drop in the number of accidents during the Eid holiday, compared to the same period in 2025.
According to Jordan News Agency, an analytical study revealed that the number of accidents decreased by 52%, both in terms of human and material damage.
During the Eid al-Fitr holiday, some traffic accidents were attributed to unsafe driving practices, mainly speeding, improper handling of curves, and incorrect lane changes. The operations officer of the Highway Patrols of the Public Security Directorate (PSD) noted that all highways experienced heavy traffic, with patrols deployed nationwide from the early morning hours to ensure smooth traffic flow and the safe arrival of citizens at their various destinations.
For the Eid holiday, a plan was implemented to ensure smooth traffic flow by focusing on several key areas, including enhancing traffic control on all highways, intensifying traffic awareness campaigns, and providing humanitarian aid to those in need. Despite repeated warnings to avoid dangerous violations, especially high speeds, a number of serious violations were recorded.
A vehicle was caught traveling at 202 km/h, and another at 192 km/h on the Desert Highway. Additionally, a vehicle was recorded traveling between 90-181 km/h on the Azraq Highway, and another was caught traveling between 80-197 km/h in the Dabba Hanout area in the southern governorate of Aqaba.
The officers urged citizens to adhere to traffic rules, prioritize safety, and observe speed limits to maintain smooth traffic flow and public safety. They also encouraged citizens to call the unified emergency number 911 if needed, emphasizing complete readiness to provide non-stop assistance to people in need.