Police in Pingtung are calling for people to take extra care and pay
attention to their health and surroundings when hiking in high altitude
places and driving in areas prone to heavy road traffic.

Their appeal comes after a female tourist in her 60s suddenly died scaling a
mountain to view cherry blossoms in the area.

Police remind citizens that weather conditions are different in higher
altitude places and hikers should take warm clothes and remember if there is
any necessary medication they need to bring.

The incident happened on February 6, the same day a crash happened near
Guchuan Bridge in Pingtung County's Wutai Township. A cyclist suffered minor
injuries.

At this time of year, spring blossoms draw in crowds of people, meaning
heavier traffic.

The police said drivers must pay particular attention to the road and never
exceed speed limits.

(RD)