After debris flows onto the Brenner highway on Tuesday evening, the northbound lane must remain closed. It is not yet possible to predict how long the A13 will remain single-lane shortly before the border.
The state geological department and Asfinag reassessed the situation a few days after the mudslide and agreed that single-lane traffic would continue in the Brennersee area. “The debris flow meant that there is still an immense amount of material on the said slope,” Asfinag spokesman Alexander Holzedl explained on Thursday, “as intense rainfall is forecast in the coming hours or because the slope is still unstable. The risk that all lanes of the A13 will open remains too great.”
Asfinag explained that there are no compromises when it comes to safety. The first structural measures were already implemented on Wednesday, but further steps must be taken to stabilize the slope above the road in the longer term.
Another local inspection on Friday
Another local inspection will take place on Friday after the rain to reassess the situation. “Only then can further serious assessments be made about the duration of the current traffic disruptions,” Holzedl said. Given the return traffic at the end of the autumn holidays, Asfinag fears there will be noticeable traffic disruption. She recommends setting aside more time for outings and taking different routes if possible.
Source: Krone
I am Wallace Jones, an experienced journalist. I specialize in writing for the world section of Today Times Live. With over a decade of experience, I have developed an eye for detail when it comes to reporting on local and global stories. My passion lies in uncovering the truth through my investigative skills and creating thought-provoking content that resonates with readers worldwide.
