With the ongoing bushfire emergency, and New Year's Eve activities now underway, drivers are being urged to be extra careful when travelling on the state's roads.
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Operation Safe Arrival began Operation Safe Arrival ends 11.59pm on New Year's Day.
Bushfires are impacting many parts of NSW today with a total fire ban in place in 11 areas: Illawarra/Shoalhaven, Greater Sydney Region, Far South Coast, Monaro Alpine, Southern Ranges, Central Ranges, Northern Slopes, North Western, Southern Slopes and Eastern Riverina.
Road closures are changing constantly - some with little notice - and drivers are urged to avoid unnecessary travel.
Drivers should check www.livetraffic.com for updates on major roads, and are reminded to give way to emergency vehicles, especially in areas impacted by bushfires.
Traffic and Highway Patrol Command's assistant commissioner Michael Corboy also reminded drivers celebrating the New Year to avoid driving if they have been drinking.
"We know many people will be enjoying New Year's Eve celebrations with alcohol, so do not get behind the wheel if you have been drinking.
"Alcohol leaves the body slowly, which means you could very well still be over the limit the next day - have a Plan B and arrange to have a designated driver," Assistant Commissioner Corboy said.
Double demerit points are in force throughout the period for speeding, seatbelt, mobile phone and motorcycle helmet offences.
To date, 10,112 drivers across NSW have been issued with speeding fines.
