Haringvlietbrug Causes Major Traffic Disruption on A29
Haringvlietbrug Malfunction Leads to Extended Road Closure
A malfunction at the Haringvlietbrug resulted in the closure of the A29 in both directions for more than an hour, impacting commuters and travelers heading to Rotterdam and Bergen op Zoom.
Traffic Conditions and Rerouting
During this interruption, traffic was directed to detour via the A59, A17, A16, and A15, leading to long queues on the approaches to the bridge. The issue was reported at approximately 1:30 PM when it was noted that the bridge's flap could not close properly. Fortunately, technicians managed to resolve the malfunction, although the cause remains unclear.
Bus Services Affected
Additionally, bus lines 169, 436, 437, and 395 were temporarily redirected, compounding the inconveniences for local commuters. Elements of the incident raised concerns, as reports indicated that significant gridlock extended for kilometers in both directions around the Haringvlietbrug.
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