Speed Bump Installation on Periférico Norte Causes Major Traffic Delays
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Speed bumps are being installed on the central lanes of Periférico Norte in Cuautitlán Izcalli, Mexico State.
- The installation is causing significant traffic delays, with queues stretching up to 5 kilometers.
- Drivers are diverting to side lanes, contributing to congestion in both directions.
The installation of speed bumps on the central lanes of Periférico Norte in Cuautitlán Izcalli, State of Mexico, is causing severe traffic congestion. The construction work, aimed at enforcing the 80 km/h speed limit, has reduced traffic flow from three lanes to two in the affected area.
As of this morning, personnel from the State of Mexico government are actively working on Periférico Norte, specifically near La Quebrada. The goal is to prevent motorists from exceeding the designated speed limit on the central carriageway. However, the roadwork has resulted in a substantial traffic jam, with vehicle queues extending up to 5 kilometers.
The congestion primarily affects the central lanes heading towards Tepotzotlán, with delays beginning as far back as Valle Dorado in Tlalnepantla. Traffic is also slow on the side lanes in the same direction, as drivers attempt to bypass the heavy traffic on the central routes. This situation is significantly impacting commuters and local traffic.
Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.