Football fans travelling to the World Cup 2010 in South Africa have been warned about violence and roadside ‘traps’ in the host country.
A Foreign and Commonwealth Office told football supporters: “Be careful not to be caught out by fake roadside incidents by motorists that appear to be distressed.
“If a person looks as though they need help on the road, report the incident to the police rather than stopping your car to try and help.”
The spokesperson also warned: “The limits for drink-driving are lower than in the UK, so be aware of how much alcohol you consume. In rural areas, there can be large distances between petrol stations, so plan ahead.”
Phew!
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