Gale-force winds cause traffic chaos in Croatia, with major delays and bans

Strong winds, known locally as 'bura,' are significantly impacting traffic across Croatia, leading to numerous restrictions and delays, especially along the Adriatic coast. The Croatian Auto Club (HAK) reports that certain vehicle categories are prohibited from traveling on the Jadranska magistrala between Novi Vinodolski and Senj.

These restrictions apply to double-decker buses, vehicles with trailers, motorcycles, and certain delivery and freight vehicles. On the Senj-Karlobag section, the ban extends to double-decker buses, vehicles with trailers, and motorcycles. Additionally, a traffic accident in Makarska has reduced traffic to one lane on the Jadranska magistrala, with police managing the flow.

Traffic volume is high on major routes heading south. Congestion is intermittent in construction zones, prompting advice from authorities for drivers to adjust their speed and driving style to the conditions and maintain safe distances. The A1 highway between Zagreb and Dubrovnik is experiencing increased density between the Lučko and Bosiljevo junctions towards Dubrovnik.

Further north, the A2 Zagreb-Macelj highway faces significant queues at the Trakošćan toll station due to a high influx of vehicles. The line stretches approximately two kilometers and extends into Slovenia, causing considerable delays for travelers heading towards Zagreb.

In addition to road disruptions, several ferry and catamaran services are suspended. The ferry line Sumartin-Makarska and the catamaran line Kraljevica-Crikvenica-Senj-Baška-Lopar-Rab-Lun are not operating due to the adverse weather conditions. HAK advises drivers to stay informed and adapt their travel plans accordingly.