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Heavy traffic expected for the summer getaway on August 8-9

Over 25 million vehicles are anticipated on the roads this weekend, with peak issues today and tomorrow.

8 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Heavy traffic expected for the summer getaway on August 8-9 — Photo: Irene Grassi (sun sand & sea) · Flickr · BY-SA

Traffic flow towards tourist destinations is expected to increase starting today, Friday, and will continue throughout Saturday, August 8. The peak critical point is anticipated for Saturday morning. Additionally, a red alert will be recorded during the afternoons today, Saturday, and Sunday.

According to estimates from the Road Mobility Observatory of Anas, it is projected that over 25 million vehicle trips will occur between today and Sunday, August 9, making this weekend one of the busiest of August.

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