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Holiday Exodus: Traffic Surge Anticipated as Bulgarians Return Home
As the March 3 national holiday weekend comes to a close, travelers are advised to brace themselves for heavy traffic on major roads and highways across the country.
More than 166 kilometers of new roads in Serbia this year
In his statement, the Minister of Infrastructure, Construction, and Traffic, Mr. Vesi said that 642.97 kilometers of highways and expressways are currently being built in our country and added that there is no country in Europe where more highways and expressways are being built than in Serbia.
Bulgaria: Heavy Traffic is Expected in the Last of Day of the Holidays
Heavy traffic is expected on the last of the series of holidays on the country's roads.
Repairs are making traffic difficult on some of the country's key roads. The majority of repair works are carried out on the Trakia highway. There are repairs at the 20th, 40th and 120th km of the highway.
Over 350 km of Highways in Bulgaria must be Secured Immediately
More than 350 km of highways must be secured immediately due to the high risk of serious accidents. This is according to a report by the Institute of Road Safety. According to road experts, the institutions show systemic irresponsibility in terms of road safety in the country.
Heavy Vehicles Will Be Stopped on Motorways and Congested Roads at Peak Hours during the Whole Summer
Due to expected heavy traffic to the sea during the summer the traffic of heavy vehicles on motorways and congested roads will be stopped at peak hours at the end of the week and on weekends. On 1 June (Saturday), the order for the movement of trucks over 12 tonnes enters into force in the summer months. The aim is to facilitate travel, increase safety and avoid congestion.
Road Designs in Bulgaria will be According to the Intensity of Traffic and Built to Last for Many Years
Road infrastructure in Bulgaria will be designed according to the intensity of traffic for 30 years ahead. This is the new Ordinance on Road Design, which has already been promulgated in the State Gazette, the Ministry of Regional Development and Public Works announced.
Truck overturns near Thermopyles, traffic disrupted
A truck with Bulgarian license plates overturned on the Athens-Lamia national highway, near the junction for Thermopyles, early on Monday.
It was not known what caused the truck, which was carrying laundry detergent, to flip over at 7.15 a.m. as it headed south.
There were no reports of injuries.
Important Information For Anyone Planning to Travel to East Bulgaria
There will be roadworks in ''Trakia'' Highway, starting from tonight, 26th of July at 21:00 and ending on 27th of July at 5:00, reported BNT.
The movement of vehicles will be limited in the region of Ihtiman.
Traffic will be redirected to local lanes.
The reasons behind this is the dismantling of a pedestrian bridge over the highway.
500,000 Bulgarians to Travel During Easter Holidays
More than 500,000 Bulgarians are expected to travel for the Easter holidays, as the busiest highways will be those to Greece.
The Interior Ministry will monitor the traffic as to avoid any traffic congestions, Bulgarian BGNES informs.