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Construction site in Zweibrücken: Dispute over barriers that remain standing!
Residents in Zweibrücken complain that barriers remain standing after construction work on Hofenfelsstrasse.
Construction site in Zweibrücken: Dispute over barriers that remain standing!
In Zweibrücken, the community of residents stands up and voices their displeasure. After the recently completed construction site at Hilgardhaus, there are still many barriers in the area that are no longer authorized. Loud Rhine Palatinate These were not removed after the two and a half month renovation work at the Hofenfelsstrasse/Saarlandstrasse intersection, which was completed on October 30, 2023. Some residents complain about the resulting insecurity in traffic and the disruption to emergency vehicles.
Wolfgang Lauer, a resident of Landstuhler Strasse, is particularly angry. He noted that the barriers were removed the last weekend in October, but there were still detour signs in the opposite direction until at least October 31st. “I wanted to point this out to the public order office, but I couldn’t reach anyone,” said Lauer. This approach significantly hindered through traffic.
Modern traffic lights and pedestrian safety
The city administration assured that the road was opened on October 30. The remaining signs and barriers were simply pushed aside. These problems are due to the traffic safety provider's limited human resources. On the positive side, however, the old traffic light was replaced by a more modern, less fault-prone replacement system.
There are also innovations in the pedestrian traffic light on Hofenfelsstrasse: it is now connected to a stop signal for cars, which increases the safety of pedestrians. However, residents are wondering about the whereabouts of the pedestrian traffic light on Landstuhler Straße and are hoping for the situation to be clarified.
A look beyond the borders
Two of the firefighters suffered burns to their hands and faces and had to be taken to the hospital. Fortunately, none of the injuries are life-threatening. Fire Chief John Esposito said everyone affected is awake, responsive and on the mend.
Delicious cookies for the soul
The preparation is very simple: Melt the butter, mix all the ingredients in a bowl and bake - the cookies are ready. Try them, the cookies will thank you and bring a little joy into your everyday life, no matter how stormy it is around you.