An eight-point congestion forecast remained in effect for Moscow through the evening, with city officials and the metropolitan transport authorities citing data from the Central Dispatch and Traffic Control Center. The latest update shows that as of the late afternoon, a significant portion of the capital’s road network was classified in the higher tiers of congestion, reaching the mid-range on established scales. Citizens were urged to minimize private vehicle use and consider public transit options to alleviate bottlenecks and reduce travel times for the broader population.
Officials emphasized that commuters should prioritise public transport during peak hours or delay non-urgent trips until traffic conditions ease. The message underscored the practical benefit of shifting to bus, tram, or metro services, noting that choosing shared options can substantially shorten the time spent commuting and help keep city streets flowing for essential services and emergency responders.
Predicted gridlock was expected to concentrate around central districts, including the inner ring corridors and major arterial corridors that intersect at several key junctions. At the moment of the briefing, the most noticeable slowdowns were observed along primary riverfront routes and the central ring avenues, echoing the pattern typically seen during rush periods when commuter volumes surge and traffic signals synchronize to manage the load.
In the morning briefing, transport authorities highlighted a temporary restriction on the route from Leninsky Prospekt toward Udaltsova Street, extending to Mikhail Pevtsov Street. The interruption affected several lanes and prompted drivers to seek alternatives or adjust their departure windows. City planners and traffic managers stressed that the situation requires careful navigation and a flexible approach to travel plans, particularly for those reliant on roadway corridors with historically higher congestion during the daytime peak.