Tasmania Police have urged drivers to be responsible and safe on the roads this weekend. It’s a long weekend in Northern Tasmania, and many people are travelling during this period.

“Road safety is everyone’s responsibility, and we need everyone to do their part,” said Acting Inspector Marty Parker.

“Tragically, we have already had one fatal crash and another serious injury crash in the north of the state yesterday. Our thoughts go out to the families of the people involved.”

Before you get behind the wheel this weekend, plan to drive to get home safely:

• Obey the speed limit – it’s there for a reason.
• Pay attention – one moment of distraction is all it takes to cause a crash.
• Rest if you’re tired – arriving late is better than not arriving at all.
• Buckle up every person in the vehicle – seatbelts save lives.
• Never drive after drinking or taking drugs – you’ll be putting more than your life on the line.

“Be aware not just of your own driving behaviour, but also be aware of the actions of other road users,” he said.

“There’s a high chance of rain in the north on Monday, so drivers should take extra care on wet roads and slow down.”

“This long weekend police will be proactively out on our roads, but road safety is everyone’s job. Drive to the conditions, pay attention, wear your seatbelt, stop and rest before you get tired and never drive after drinking or taking drugs,” he said.

Everyone wants to arrive home safely.