Title: The collapsed Bomokandi bridge: an alternative found by the authorities to ease traffic congestion in Haut-Uele
Introduction :
The Bomokandi Bridge, located in the Haut-Uele province, collapsed recently, creating significant traffic problems and leading to a rise in prices on local markets. Faced with this situation, the authorities decided to find an alternative solution to facilitate the passage of vehicles and minimize the impacts on the population. In this article, we will present the decision taken during a tripartite meeting and the measures put in place to remedy this problem.
A temporary alternative: Provincial Route 426
During a tripartite meeting between elected officials from Haut-Uele, the Minister of Infrastructure, Public Works and Reconstruction (ITPR) and the Roads Office, it was decided that Provincial Route 426 would serve as an alternative while awaiting rehabilitation. from Bomokandi Bridge. Indeed, the order for a new bridge with a length of 80 meters will take a few months, requiring a second batch of orders in Paris. In the meantime, Provincial Route 426 will be reinforced with a few signs to allow traffic in Haut-Uele.
The need to respect tonnage and preserve infrastructure
The authorities draw the attention of users to respecting the tonnage in order to preserve this new temporary road. Indeed, measures will be put in place to control the weight of vehicles traveling on Provincial Route 426. It is essential to consider this restriction in order to avoid damaging this infrastructure which plays an important role in the flow of traffic in the region.
Impacts on the population and the local economy
The collapse of the Bomokandi Bridge had significant consequences on the local population. Several vehicles were blocked on National Road number 26, which led to supply problems and an increase in prices in the markets of Isiro, capital of the Haut-Uele province. The implementation of this temporary alternative will reduce these negative impacts and facilitate the flow of goods and people.
Conclusion :
Faced with the collapse of the Bomokandi bridge and its repercussions on traffic and the local economy, the authorities took the decision to find an alternative solution. Provincial Route 426 will thus serve as a bypass until the bridge is rehabilitated. It is important to respect the tonnage restrictions to preserve this new road and facilitate traffic in Haut-Uele. Hopefully this measure will help to alleviate the negative effects of this situation and guarantee the development of the region.