Vào ngày 5/2, phóng viên Dân trí đã ghi nhận tình trạng vi phạm giao thông nghiêm trọng tại km48+200 trên tuyến cao tốc Cam Lộ – La Sơn, thuộc địa phận xã Phong Mỹ, thị xã Phong Điền, thành phố Huế. Một tài xế điều khiển ô tô con biển số màu vàng bất ngờ quay đầu xe giữa khu vực nguy hiểm, gây ra tình huống rủi ro cho các phương tiện khác đang lưu thông.
A sedan illegally turning around at a high-risk location (Photo: Vi Thao).
The Dangerous ‘Death Throat’ Junction
The incident occurred at a point known for a severe traffic accident on February 18, 2024, which claimed the lives of three members of a family from Thanh Hoa. This area is notorious for its design, where four lanes narrow down to two, creating a bottleneck often referred to as the ‘Death Throat’. Experts warn that this section poses a high risk of accidents if safety regulations are not followed.
The driver’s illegal U-turn at 11:45 AM forced vehicles traveling in both directions to brake suddenly or stop to avoid collisions. Not only did this disrupt traffic, but it also endangered the lives and property of many.
Legal Regulations on U-Turns on Expressways
According to an officer from the Traffic Police Department, performing a U-turn on expressways is a serious violation and will be penalized according to the law. A traffic police officer from the Hue City Police also emphasized that U-turns are only allowed at designated locations marked with signs and dashed lines. In contrast, the area where the driver turned around had solid lines and clear no-entry signs.
Traffic Conditions on the Cam Lo – La Son Expressway
Field observations show that traffic density on the Cam Lo – La Son Expressway is quite high, especially in the north-south direction. However, there are still many violations such as lane invasions, illegal overtaking, and improper parking. These actions not only increase the risk of accidents but also affect the efficiency of the highway.
On social media forums, many drivers shared unfortunate incidents during the recent Tet holiday. Notable cases include hitting a water buffalo while driving at night, a sedan overturning after a collision, and a severe accident between an HRV and a truck at km101+786 on the morning of February 2.
Multiple serious accidents have occurred on this highway, requiring heightened attention from drivers (Illustrative photo).
Solutions and Advice for Drivers
To ensure safe travel on the Cam Lo – La Son Expressway, drivers should strictly adhere to traffic rules, including:
- Avoid making U-turns in prohibited areas.
- Follow speed limits and maintain safe distances from other vehicles.
- Avoid lane invasions or illegal overtaking.
- Do not park in unauthorized areas.
Additionally, authorities should enhance supervision and impose stricter penalties for violations to reduce accident risks. Installing additional signs, surveillance cameras, and automated warning systems at black spots would also be beneficial.
Conclusion
The Cam Lo – La Son Expressway plays a crucial role in connecting transportation between central provinces. However, traffic violations, particularly at sensitive points like the ‘Death Throat’ junction, have led to serious consequences. Every driver must enhance their sense of responsibility when driving, while authorities need to take stronger measures to ensure everyone’s safety.
Drive safely and always follow traffic laws to protect yourself and your community!
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