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Almaty Akimat explains Saina Street speed limit change
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Almaty Akimat explains Saina Street speed limit change

From Tengrinews · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The speed limit on a specific section of Saina Street in Almaty has been reduced to 60 km/h.
  • The change applies only to the southbound lanes from Ryskulov Avenue to Tole Bi Street.
  • Officials cite increased traffic flow and the need for smoother lane changes and accident reduction as reasons for the adjustment.

Almaty's Transport Department has implemented a speed limit reduction to 60 km/h on a particular stretch of Saina Street. This adjustment specifically affects the southbound lanes, extending from Ryskulov Avenue to Tole Bi Street. The speed limit on other sections of Saina Street remains unchanged.

the changes apply only to the southbound section from Ryskulov Avenue to Tole Bi Street

— Almaty Transport DepartmentSpecifying the exact location affected by the speed limit change.

According to the department, the necessity for these changes arose after Saina Street was extended to Monke Bi Street, leading to a significant increase in traffic volume in the area. The situation was particularly challenging near the Domillion shopping center, where traffic converges from overpasses and a tunnel.

this solution will allow drivers to change lanes more smoothly and reduce the risk of accidents

— Almaty Urban Mobility DepartmentExplaining the intended benefit of creating an additional lane.

To enhance safety and traffic organization, specialists have narrowed the existing lanes to create an additional fourth lane. The Almaty Urban Mobility Department believes this measure will facilitate smoother lane changes for drivers, thereby reducing the likelihood of accidents. The 60 km/h speed limit is intended to promote more uniform traffic flow, which is deemed crucial for this section given its proximity to interchanges at Raiymbek Avenue and Tole Bi Street, characterized by numerous entry and exit points.

The 60 km/h speed limit is also intended to make traffic flow more uniform

— Almaty Urban Mobility DepartmentDescribing the purpose of the reduced speed limit.
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