Kaunas traffic jams and accidents mark Friday

Kaunas experienced a Friday marked by several traffic incidents, leading to congestion and delays. Early in the day, a collision between a car and a truck occurred in Žemieji Šančiai. Later, reports emerged of another crash on Raudondvario plentas and a three-vehicle collision on the Kleboniškis bridge heading towards Vilnius.

These incidents come as "Via Lietuva" specialists anticipate a traditional increase in traffic volumes in September. This surge, combined with ongoing infrastructure work, is expected to cause further disruptions. "Via Lietuva" Project Group Head Viktorija Petrėtienė acknowledged the temporary inconvenience caused by numerous important projects, including highway repairs and bridge reconstructions.

"We are currently carrying out a truly large number of projects important to road users and the country's residents – from highway repairs and bridge reconstructions to traffic safety solutions in settlements," Petrėtienė stated. She urged drivers to plan their journeys ahead of time, choose appropriate departure times, adhere to road signs, and exercise caution in work zones.

With increased traffic flows and intensive infrastructure work coinciding in September, "Via Lietuva" warns that congestion and longer travel times are inevitable on certain routes. Drivers are strongly encouraged to assess the traffic situation before traveling, select optimal departure times, consider alternative routes if necessary, maintain safe speeds, and pay close attention to road signs, especially in construction areas, to ensure the safety of all road users and workers.