A state of complete traffic paralysis occurred on the road beneath the Baragil Ring Road Bridge after a heavy transport truck (trailer) carrying an excessive load caused a full stop in traffic, due to its inability to pass under the bridge because it exceeded the permitted height.
The incident led to severe congestion, sparking significant frustration among drivers and pedestrians, especially as the trailer remained stuck in place for some time, disrupting people’s daily activities and increasing pressure on alternative routes. Circulating images showed the massive size of the load, which clearly struck the bridge structure, blocking the truck and causing widespread traffic chaos.
An overloaded trailer causes traffic halt beneath the Baragil Ring Road.
Upon receiving the report, security forces quickly arrived at the scene, supported by traffic officers and several heavy-duty cranes. Attempts were made to move the truck and possibly unload part of the cargo if necessary, in order to restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.
Eyewitnesses confirmed that the driver had not complied with legal load limits, which caused the disruption. Meanwhile, citizens continue to call for stricter monitoring of heavy trucks, especially those traveling through vital roads and underpasses, due to the risks they pose to infrastructure and driver safety.
Traffic authorities are currently working to ease the flow of vehicles around the Baragil area, while also considering legal action against the violating driver to ensure such incidents are not repeated, as they negatively impact road fluidity and user safety.
