Police will be out in force as part of Operation Furlong.
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Holly Daniel
Echuca police are targeting dangerous drivers across the district as part of a major road blitz over the Melbourne Cup unofficial ‘long weekend’.
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Operation Furlong runs from today until 11.59pm on Wednesday, November 4, with Campaspe Highway Patrol officers hoping to avoid serious crashes and road trauma.
Motorists are being urged to slow down, drive to conditions, avoid distractions such as mobile phones, and never get behind the wheel under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Drivers are also reminded to wear seatbelts, ensure passengers are properly restrained and take regular breaks on long trips.
Acting Sergeant Joseph McKeown said the operation was aimed at keeping road users safe during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
“Slow down, take an extra second to check what’s around you. We all deserve to get home in one piece,” he said.
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