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The Federal Government is considering diverting heavy-duty vehicles and trucks from the First Niger Bridge to the Second Niger Bridge to alleviate persistent gridlocks. The Anambra State Federal Controller of Works, Timothy Emenike, stated that barriers might be placed at both ends of the First Niger Bridge to prevent heavy-duty trucks from using it. The gridlocks have been ongoing since the bridge's reopening on October 15, following severe structural vandalism discovered during an inspection on September 7. The new road demarcations and median have narrowed the lanes, causing frequent blockages when heavy-duty trucks break down. Residents and drivers have expressed concerns about the impact of the gridlocks on their daily commutes and the potential for further traffic issues during the holiday season.
In Cumberland, Maine, the Mill Road Bridge is set to close at the end of October due to safety concerns identified by the Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT). The bridge, which connects Blanchard Road and Gray Road over the Piscataqua River, will be closed to all traffic, leaving each side of the road as a dead end.
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