There was another terrible road crash last week (November 25) involving a truck. At least 3 people, all motorcycle riders, died in the crash as the truck slammed into them at the Sumulong Highway-Olalia Road intersection. This was around 7AM, during the peak at the area where a nearby school generates much traffic, and many commuters are traveling along the highway as they head to work and school on a Tuesday morning.

This was along my usual route to the office and at around the same time I pass by the area during my commute. I wondered if I could have been involved if I took that route. Waze directed me instead to Ortigas Avenue Extension that morning as I left for the office.

The cause of the crash were said to be faulty brakes that led to the driver losing control of the vehicles. How many times have we heard or read about this reason? And how can authorities especially the LGU can reduce the likelihood of these crashes? Shouldn’t there be a checkpoint or checkpoints for these trucks to show their maintenance records are up to date? Should there be staff on the lookout through the numerous CCTVs installed for reckless or aggressive driving? Should drivers be regularly tested (random perhaps?) for alcohol or drugs? How can the LGU be more engaged in road safety so as to prevent the loss of lives?

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