Title: Police Warn of Traffic Jams During Tishrei Holidays, Advise Proper Preparations for Smooth Travels
Published: 09/29/23 16:56
As the Tishrei holidays approach, families across Israel are gearing up to gather around the holiday table and celebrate together. However, the joyous occasion may be marred by congested roadways and heavy traffic. The police are working diligently to enforce order on the roads and have mobilized increased forces in central places throughout the country to ensure smooth travels.
According to the latest report, significant traffic jams are expected at main intersections from north to south this evening (Friday). To avoid getting caught in the gridlock, it is essential to plan ahead and choose the optimal time to hit the road. N12 has provided an updated traffic jam map for travelers to consult and plan accordingly.
The police have identified several key areas prone to traffic congestion. In the north, highways 85 and 90, Amiad junction, highway 77 (the leader-Golani), highway 6 (Iron-Tel Kashish), highway 65 (Om El Faham-Iron) are expected to experience heavy traffic. In the center, highway 2 (Netanya-Olga), highway 4 (Ra’anana-Hadera), highway 20 (Gillot-Shafiim), highway 1 (Beit Arava-Mishor Adumim), and highway 60 (HaMinharot-Elazar and Efrat-HaMinharot) are predicted to have significant congestion. In the south, highway 4 (Ashdod-Ashkelon) and highway 6 (Mahaz-Kama) may also experience traffic. The Israel Police have released a detailed traffic map for the Tishrei holidays to assist travelers in their journey.
To ensure the safety of travelers, the police have deployed thousands of police officers, security forces, and volunteers across the country. The forces will be present in Jerusalem, focusing on holy places, crowded areas, and entertainment centers. Additionally, with families going out for vacation and celebration, the police emphasize the increased potential for house break-ins during the holidays.
In the capital city of Jerusalem, reinforced forces will be active during the blessing of the priests prayers at the Western Wall on Monday (October 2) and Wednesday (October 4). Furthermore, increased enforcement will be carried out during the Jerusalem march scheduled for Wednesday morning. Several streets, including Ben Zvi, Bezalel, Ben Yehuda, Shmuel HaNagid, Bari, King George, Agron, Hillel, Ben Sira, King David, David Ramez, and Rabin Boulevard, will be closed to traffic during the march.
The police strongly recommend using public transportation whenever possible and urge drivers to exercise caution and responsibility. It is essential to follow police instructions and adhere to road regulations to ensure a safe and smooth journey.
As the holiday season approaches, the police remain vigilant in their efforts to maintain order and public safety. By preparing adequately and staying informed about traffic conditions, travelers can significantly shorten their road to the holiday table and avoid major traffic jams.