Traffic on the A13 released again: Refurbishment after storms successful!
Traffic on the A13 released again: Refurbishment after storms successful!
In Switzerland, the quick restoration of one of the most important transport connections after the devastating storms in spring 2023 has shown impressive progress. The San Bernardino route, which is particularly used by travelers who commute between Germany and Italy, can now be completely passable again after only a few months of work. On Tuesday morning at 5:00 a.m., the Federal Office for Roads opened the A13 motorway again for traffic, in both directions.
This route, which leads through the picturesque Alps, was badly damaged on June 5 by massive rainfall. The Moesa River stepped over the banks and caused devastating damage, with a 200 -meter -long section of the highway being torn away. Such events underline the susceptibility of the infrastructure in mountainous regions and the effects of extreme weather conditions on travel and freight traffic.
The first measures taken
The responsible Federal Office reacted quickly to the first serious damage. Temporary repairs could be carried out within two weeks of the flood, which allowed to release a lane in each direction again. This was a crucial step to maintain the connection in this mountain region and contribute to the fact that the flow of traffic was restored. However, the implementation of the permanent repairs required additional effort and technical know-how to ensure the safety and stability of the route in the long term.
The repair work is not only a logistical success, but also an example of the creation of resistant infrastructures. The work included the reinforcement of the bank areas of the Moesa River in order to be able to withstand future floods better. These preventive measures are of great importance, since extreme weather events occur more and more frequently due to climate change.
effects on traffic
The complete restoration of the SAN Bernardino route is of considerable importance for international traffic. This highway is not only an important connection for travel between Germany and Italy, but also plays a crucial role in the transport of goods. Many truck drivers and companies are dependent on this route to transport goods efficiently. With the reopening, delays and longer detours can be avoided, which is an advantage for the economy.
The quick reaction of the authorities and the efficiency of the workers show how important it is to work together in times of crisis when remembering the damage. Despite the challenges that such extreme weather events have, Switzerland has again proven that it is able to restore its transport connections promptly and safely.