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Man taken to hospital after motorbike and car crash closes road

Temporary road closures due to accidents can lead to significant traffic congestion in nearby areas. [ more ]

Miami Herald

Miami

Traffic alert: a Miami-Dade rollover crash has backed up traffic on 3 major roads

Traffic on Don Shula Expressway backed up to Florida's Turnpike due to Thursday morning rollover crash. [ more ]

SFGATE

SF music

Overturned big-rig spilling fuel blocks busy Bay Area highway

Overturned semi-truck blocked major highway connection point

Opening the freeway could take 4 to 5 hours [ more ]

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London travel news LIVE: District line chaos after empty train derailed and Overground part-suspended

Passengers facing severe delays in London due to various transport issues. [ more ]

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Concerns new bus lane in Ilford will cause delays to traffic

New 24/7 bus lane introduced in Ilford causing concerns for motorists

TfL aims to improve journey times by introducing new bus lane on Woodford Avenue [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

Bus takes two hours to travel three miles through congestion fuelled by new low-traffic neighbourhood

Traffic congestion near LTN in South London causing significant delays for buses and residents.

Lambeth Council generated 320,000 in fines in the first three months of the LTN's operation. [ more ]

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Flatbush Avenue Buses Remain a Nightmare for Many

Mayor Eric Adams fell short of building 150 miles of bus lanes by 2026, constructing only 26 miles.

Riders on crucial routes like the B41 on Flatbush Avenue face slow speeds and unreliable service due to traffic congestion. [ more ]

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Thousands face gridlock as stretch of M25 closes for weekend

Thousands of drivers face gridlocked traffic on Britain's busiest motorway due to closure for bridge demolition and gantry installation.

National Highways urges drivers to avoid using satnavs on minor roads to prevent further congestion during the M25 closure. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

London travel news LIVE: Gatwick and Southern train chaos as vehicle hits bridge ahead of M25 weekend closure

Key train lines in south London blocked due to vehicle striking a bridge in Thornton Heath.

M25 closure between junctions 10 and 11 resulting in serious congestion and diversions. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

UK news

Drivers warned of carmageddon' as M25 works to bring major delays

Drivers urged to ignore satnavs and follow official diversion routes during M25 closure to avoid gridlock.

An unprecedented closure of a five-mile stretch on the M25 in Surrey will cause significant disruptions this weekend. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

Sadiq Khan says changes coming 'ASAP' to LTN where bus took two hours to travel three miles

Changes are coming ASAP to a low traffic neighborhood causing bus congestion in London.

Mayor Sadiq Khan is in touch with Lambeth Council to resolve the issue of traffic congestion due to a low traffic neighborhood. [ more ]

Time Out London

4 months ago

London is officially the slowest city in the world

London has been named the slowest city in the world for the second year in a row in terms of road travel time for a ten-kilometer journey.

Londoners waste an average of 148 hours per year in traffic, but London's congestion level is lower than Dublin, the second-slowest city. [ more ]

Miami Herald

Why you should stay away from downtown Miami Friday night. And we mean it. Really.

A confluence of events in Miami on Friday, Dec. 8, including a Miami Heat home game, Art Week events, and a show at the Arsht Center, will cause major traffic congestion.

Drivers are advised to avoid downtown Miami, Miami Beach, the Design District, and Wynwood on Friday night. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Design

How One City Tried to Solve Gridlock for Us All

Cities around the world are struggling with overcrowded transportation systems as rapid urbanization leads to increased traffic congestion.

Gridlock has far-reaching effects on employment, mental health, and access to services, highlighting the need for efficient and sustainable transportation solutions. [ more ]

www.austinmonitor.com

Austin

Total eclipse could bring massive crowds in 2024

Travis County in Texas is expecting a surge in population in April 2024 as visitors come to see the total eclipse of the sun.

Western Travis County is well within the viewing path and is expected to attract the most visitors.

There are concerns about traffic congestion and the possibility of implementing a reservation system for county parks to manage the influx of visitors. [ more ]

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New York City

Can Congestion Pricing Alter New York's Car Culture?

The congestion pricing plan in New York is seen as a good first step in generating revenue for transportation infrastructure and reducing traffic.

Some experts believe that the plan should be expanded gradually to cover all five boroughs and address broader car culture issues. [ more ]

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US news

$15 tolls likely for nation's first congestion pricing program in New York City

New York City is finalizing plans for the first congestion pricing program in the United States, with drivers potentially having to pay $15 to enter Manhattan's busiest streets.

The aim of the toll program is to collect around $1 billion annually to improve the city's subway and bus networks and reduce pollution. [ more ]

The Sacramento Bee

After massive fire closes Los Angeles interstate, motorists urged to take public transport

Major elevated interstate near downtown Los Angeles closed due to a raging fire, causing traffic congestion and uncertainty for motorists.

Hazardous materials teams are clearing burnt material under Interstate 10 while engineers assess the damage to determine when the highway can reopen. [ more ]

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Sacramento Bee

2 days ago

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This California city is the worst in US for drivers, new Forbes study says. Here's why

Oakland, California is considered the worst city to drive in the United States due to high gas prices, fatal car accidents, and long commute times. [ more ]

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I-95 Closed in Connecticut After Fiery Truck Crash

Closure of vital highway I-95 in Connecticut due to tanker fire leads to disruption and congestion in the region. [ more ]

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2 weeks ago

Londoners want next Mayor to improve London's cycling infrastructure

Cycling in London is 40% faster than driving, highlighting the benefits of active travel and the need for improved cycling infrastructure in cities. [ more ]

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Six people taken to hospital after serious' three-vehicle on M23

Six people injured in three-vehicle crash on M23 in Surrey, causing significant delays and road closures. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

London travel news LIVE: M25 and M26 closed after three-vehicle crash with traffic also backing up on M20

Traffic chaos on M25 and M26 due to a three-vehicle crash, leading to closures and severe delays. [ more ]

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Road blocked for hours after tree falls due to strong wind

A fallen tree at London Road, Harrow caused traffic congestion due to strong winds in London area. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

Hammersmith Bridge: 'At least five more years until it reopens', Londoners told on 5th anniversary of closure

Hammersmith Bridge closed due to structural issues, causing traffic congestion and isolating residents.

Repair cost has escalated significantly, estimated at 250 million pounds. [ more ]

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London travel news LIVE: Traffic jams on M25 after two crashes as severe delays hit Underground lines

Severe delays on multiple London public transportation lines post-Easter weekend.

Multiple traffic incidents causing delays on the M25, including one leading to nine-mile congestion. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

City wraps up weekend BQE closure 12 hours early

NYC DOT finished BQE repairs 12 hours early, reducing traffic congestion during peak hours. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

A $15 toll to drive into part of Manhattan has been approved. That's a first for US cities

Congestion toll approved for NYC drivers entering Manhattan's central business district

Tolls aimed to reduce congestion by encouraging public transport use and raise funds for subway system [ more ]

Brooklyn Paper

Pols want diesel-powered cruise ships, like those idling in Red Hook, to connect to shore power or leave * Brooklyn Paper

Fossil fuel cruise ships in NYC ports may need to use shore power to reduce emissions.

Bill aims to limit access to ports for cruise ships that emit carbon and create traffic issues. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

3 months ago

What's News, Breaking: Wednesday, January 31, 2024

The NYC Department of Transportation is installing new loading zones across the city to accommodate increased demand for deliveries.

Creating new loading zones will result in the loss of parking spaces. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

Concerns aired at DOT's Red Hook Traffic & Truck Study

Trucks and delivery vans servicing e-commerce warehouses are causing congestion in Red Hook's narrow streets and sidewalks.

Residents and business owners are concerned that the city is moving slower than developers in building more warehouses. [ more ]

Miami Herald

Miami

Traffic alert: Interstate 95 and I-195 rollovers create backups into Miami, Miami Beach

Avoid Interstate 95 southbound due to rollover crashes causing traffic congestion into Miami Beach and downtown Miami. [ more ]

Miami Herald

Miami

Hundreds trying to leave Key Biscayne stranded in their cars for hours. What happened?

Traffic congestion on Rickenbacker Causeway due to construction delays caused chaos for hundreds of visitors leaving Key Biscayne. [ more ]

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NYC politics

Wednesday's HeadIines: Get the Buses Moving Edition - Streetsblog New York City

MTA CEO Janno Lieber emphasizes the need for more buses on the streets and highlights the challenge of street congestion in NYC.

There is tension between the MTA and the Adams administration regarding the lack of dedicated bus lanes in NYC. [ more ]

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The Old Road, used when The Grapevine is closed, set for $250 million widening

Investment of $250M to improve The Old Road near Santa Clarita due to heavy usage during Interstate 5 closures and roadwork emergencies.

Frequent detours from Interstate 5 due to various issues like fire, snowstorms, and road work lead to traffic congestion along The Old Road. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Construction delays bring heavy traffic congestion at LAX

Construction delays caused major traffic at LAX.

Automated People Mover aims to ease traffic at the airport. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

New parking restrictions could make it harder to hike at this popular L.A. spot

Parking restrictions around Runyon Canyon approved by LA City Council to ease residents' parking woes.

Residents in the restricted area can obtain permits for parking, while non-residents will face limitations on street parking. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Gridlocked roads leave tailbacks as people travel home on Easter Monday

Congestion and tailbacks reported across the UK as holidaymakers return from Easter break.

Traffic delays, accidents, and gridlocks observed on major highways, with southwest England and London affected. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Easter getaway traffic creates 20-mile Good Friday motorway queues

Heavy traffic on motorways due to Easter getaway with up to 20-mile queues.

Southwest and southeast regions experiencing significant congestion; drivers warned of doubled journey times. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

Fulham clean air neighbourhoods took in almost 12m in fines last year

Schemes expect reduced revenue due to behavioral changes

Clean Air Neighborhoods aim to reduce pollution and traffic congestion. [ more ]

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Design

This amphibious electric vehicle has the smarts for practical urban mobility needs - Yanko Design

Electric, Hydrogen, and Hybrid vehicles won't reduce the number of vehicles on the roads. Flying cars and amphibious vehicles offer potential solutions for traffic congestion in the future. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

3 months ago

California

When are freeway on-ramp meters active in California? Can I be cited for not stopping?

Ramp metering is used to increase road safety and reduce traffic congestion.

Ramp meters are activated based on traffic volume and congestion levels. [ more ]

The Sacramento Bee

4 months ago

California

Visiting Yosemite in 2024? Reservations needed again for national park in California

Reservations will be required to enter Yosemite National Park starting April 2024.

The reservation system aims to manage traffic congestion and overcrowding during peak hours and weekends. [ more ]

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LA real estate

Feds Commit $3B for SoCal to Vegas High-Speed Rail

The federal government has announced a $3 billion investment in a high-speed rail system connecting Southern California to Las Vegas.

The fully electric high-speed rail system is set to cover a distance of 218 miles along the 15 Freeway between Las Vegas and Rancho Cucamonga. [ more ]

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