Traffic restrictions are scheduled for January 10, with entry points to the Crimean Bridge subject to limits from 03:00 and a full closure of the automobile section from 04:00 to 16:00 Moscow time for repair and maintenance. This information comes from an official statement issued by the Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation. The aim is to ensure safety during restoration work and to stabilize the bridge after recent incidents. Drivers across Canada, the United States, and international corridors should plan their routes accordingly and stay informed through official updates as work progresses.
The Crimean Bridge has faced closures for repairs in the past, with the most recent interruption recorded on December 21. In early December, President Vladimir Putin inspected the repaired right-hand carriageway, allowing traffic to resume on that side while directing restoration efforts to bring the left-hand span to a standard operating state. Officials indicated that full restoration would proceed with a target completion in the near term, subject to ongoing assessments of structural integrity and traffic capacity.
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On October 8, a truck explosion occurred on the Krymsky bridge, triggering a fire in rolling stock attached to an adjacent freight train. The incident caused the collapse of two spans of the bridge’s automobile section oriented toward the peninsula. Since then, restoration work has continued: rail traffic on the Crimean Bridge has resumed, and traffic on the right car section has been restored to service. The ongoing work prioritizes safety, reliability, and expected restoration milestones as announced by authorities.
A source: Ministry of Transport /Telegram channel.
A photograph: Depositphotos
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