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The Saint Lucia Fire Service (SLFS) has urged drivers and pedestrians to take care following numerous road accidents over the Emancipation Day weekend.
Station Officer Fernando James revealed that the SLFS Southern Division responded to 62 emergency calls including medical emergencies, one physical assault and ten vehicular accidents.
On the other hand, James said the Northern Division responded to 147 emergency calls, including four traffic accidents and medical emergencies.
According to the SLFS EMS Coordinator, the four traffic accidents occurred in Odsan, Anse La Raye and along the Castries-Gros Islet highway.
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He explained that the emergency teams transported the injured to OKEU Hospital.
But some refused the transport.
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“The Fire Department would like to reiterate to all motorists and pedestrians to exercise due care and attention while driving and also while walking along our roadways,” James said.
He also urged motorists and pedestrians to obey all traffic laws and stay safe.
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