Following a series of serious accidents caused by lane encroachment and overtaking, the Traffic Police Department has proposed amending regulations to prohibit vehicles from borrowing the opposite lane for overtaking. According to authorities, this change will help reduce traffic conflicts on two-way roads and limit the risk of head-on collisions. (VietNamNet News)

 

2. Proactive measures to ensure traffic flow before heavy rain in Northern Vietnam

 

According to meteorological forecasts, from July 29th, many provinces in Northern Vietnam will experience moderate to heavy rainfall, increasing the risk of flooding, flash floods, and landslides on mountainous roads. Road management units are required to increase patrols, place warning signs at vulnerable locations, and prepare personnel and vehicles to promptly handle incidents and ensure smooth traffic flow. (News Reporter)

 

3. Strengthening Traffic Safety and Order Inspections in Dong Nai

 

A working group from the Traffic Police Department worked with the Dong Nai Provincial Police to assess the results of traffic safety and order enforcement in the area. The meeting focused on the effectiveness of patrols, inspections, violation handling, traffic accident investigations, and the application of technology in traffic management. (Dong Nai Provincial Police)

 

4. Continuing to Strictly Handle Violations That Cause Accidents

 

Traffic police forces nationwide continue to maintain a high intensity of patrols, inspections, and strict handling of violations such as speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol, driving in the wrong lane, reckless overtaking, and failing to obey traffic signals. The increased inspections aim to reduce traffic accidents and improve the awareness of traffic law compliance among road users. (Dong Nai Police)

 

5. People advised to limit travel through areas at risk of landslides

 

Due to the prolonged heavy rain, authorities advise people to limit travel on mountain passes, areas along rivers and streams, and areas with a high risk of landslides. When travel is unavoidable, drivers should reduce speed, turn on headlights when visibility is limited, and follow the instructions of the authorities at the scene. (Nguoi Dua Tin)

 

6. Continuing to improve traffic safety solutions

 

Besides handling violations, traffic management agencies are researching many solutions to improve traffic organization, review the signage system, lane allocation, and adjust regulations on overtaking to reduce the risk of accidents on national and provincial roads. These solutions are expected to contribute to building a safer and more sustainable traffic environment in the future. (VietNamNet News)

 

Summary

 

July 29, 2026, highlighted the proposal to abolish the regulation allowing drivers to use the opposite lane to overtake in order to reduce traffic accidents, proactive response to heavy rain in Northern Vietnam, and inspection and evaluation of traffic safety in Dong Nai. In the context of complex weather patterns, road users need to monitor weather forecasts, comply with regulations while driving, and enhance their awareness of risk prevention to ensure safety for themselves and the community.