Saudi traffic authority warns drivers to stop for school buses

Saudi Arabia's General Directorate of Traffic has once again cautioned drivers to stop for school buses and abide by traffic safety rules to safeguard students. The authority has reissued its warning, emphasizing the importance of following traffic regulations when school buses come to a halt, in order to protect children as they board or disembark from the bus.

Via its official X account, the General Directorate highlighted the critical need for motorists not to overtake a stopped school bus from any direction while students are boarding or exiting. The traffic authority urged drivers to come to a complete stop whenever they encounter a school bus that is halted.

The traffic regulator provided a list of key guidelines for drivers, including: refrain from overtaking the bus from any direction while students are boarding or exiting, maintain a safe distance behind a stationary bus, remain vigilant about the movements of students and pedestrians near the bus, and obey the school bus "Stop" sign, ensuring no vehicle passes it.

The General Directorate stressed that by adhering to these instructions, road safety is enhanced and students utilizing school transportation are better protected.