VMT reports significant decrease in traffic deaths and accidents; system to expand to more locations across the country
El Salvador’s Vice Ministry of Transportation (VMT) has reported a 75% reduction in traffic fatalities caused by excessive speed on Monseñor Romero Boulevard, following the implementation of an automated photo-ticket system. Additionally, traffic accidents along the same route have decreased by 25% compared to the same period last year.
Vice Minister of Transportation Nelson Reyes stated, “We continue to apply photo-tickets on Monseñor Romero Boulevard and on the highway to Comalapa. It will soon be implemented in other locations. This has had very good results.”
The system enforces a maximum speed limit of 110 km/h, with signage clearly visible and monitoring devices actively recording violations. As a result, drivers have shown increased compliance with speed regulations.
The highway to Comalapa, previously one of the country’s deadliest roadways, has also seen a 45% decrease in traffic fatalities and a 62% reduction in speed-related deaths. These figures underscore the effectiveness of photo-ticket enforcement in saving lives and improving road safety.
Reyes also provided updates on traffic flow around the Cuscatlán Stadium and the old street to Huizúcar, where the National Water and Sewer Administration (ANDA) is currently replacing 660 meters of water pipes. He assured the public that efforts are being made to prevent service disruptions and traffic congestion.
“We have very strong coordination with ANDA. They notify us every time they carry out interventions. This is already incorporated into our work plans to mitigate any negative effects it may have on traffic,” Reyes added.
The VMT’s data-driven approach to road safety continues to yield positive results, and the successful implementation of the photo-ticket system is expected to be expanded to additional high-risk corridors in the near future.