National Day traffic jam: 7-hour "turtle speed" trip, who is responsible?
National Day travel, is it worse to be stuck on the road, or is it more uncomfortable to be stuck in the heart?
The National Day holiday should be a good time for everyone to relax and enjoy the journey, but for a female driver who drove from Shenyang to Panjin, this holiday became the most torturous 7 hours of her life. Not because of the long distance, but because she was stuck in a dead block on the highway and couldn't move.
This is not only a personal experience, but also a common experience for many National Day travelers.
The "opening remarks" of traffic jams: the "army of traffic" during the National Day holiday
There are so many cars that they are like ants, and the high speed has become a "slow road"
In the past 11th holiday, on the highway from Shenyang to Panjin in Liaoning Province, an unprecedented traffic jam was staged. On the evening of September 30, when many people were still excited about the upcoming holiday, the female driver was already driving on the road.
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She originally thought that she would be able to get home easily in two hours, but the reality gave her a "dismount".
As night falls, there are more and more vehicles on the highway, like an endless "sea of traffic". Not long after the female driver got on the highway, she encountered a traffic jam.
At first, she thought it was only temporary, but she didn't expect this to be a whole night. The navigation shows that it is only more than 100 kilometers away from the destination, but the vehicle moves slowly like a snail, sometimes even stopping completely.
Who understands the anxiety and helplessness of car owners?
Faced with this sudden traffic jam, the female driver was very anxious. She looked at the cars around her, some people had turned off the engine to sleep, some people got out of the car to chat and relieve boredom, and some people ate instant noodles in the car to pass the time.
And what about her? Hungry, sleepy and anxious, the whole person is about to collapse. This kind of helplessness and helplessness is believed to be deeply felt by everyone who has experienced traffic jams.
The "highlight" of traffic jams: 7 hours of "turtle speed" torment
Time passed minute by minute, and hope was extinguished little by little
As the traffic jam passed minute by minute, the female driver's anxiety became stronger and stronger. From time to time, she looked at the time on her phone, silently calculating how long it would be before she got home. But the reality is always so cruel, and the traffic seems to show no signs of recovering at all.
It wasn't until around 6 a.m. the next morning that the traffic began to move slowly. When the female driver finally arrived in Panjin, it was already past 8 o'clock in the morning. Along the way, she spent more than 7 hours on the road, a full 5 hours more than usual!
The truck driver's "sadness", the pigs are hungry
Perhaps the most unlucky of all in this traffic jam are the truck drivers who transport the pigs. One of the truck drivers, surnamed Wang, said he had hauled more than 200 pigs on his truck, which he had expected to deliver to the slaughterhouse in four hours. As a result, the pigs were so hungry that they snorted.
Master Wang said helplessly: "You said that we are uncomfortable in the road, and these pigs are even more uncomfortable!" Hungry and thirsty, I feel distressed when I hear their cries. "This scene is really poignant, and it also raises everyone's concern about animal welfare.
"Thinking" in traffic jams: Who will pay for this "big show"?
Netizens questioned that the management department is responsible
In the face of such a serious traffic jam, netizens have raised questions. It has been felt that the main responsibility lies with the highway authorities.
The large traffic flow during the National Day holiday is predictable, so why not do a good job of traffic diversion in advance? This skepticism is not unreasonable, but is based on expectations and trust in the responsibilities of management.
When can driver behavior become a habit when civilized travel can become a habit?
In addition to the responsibility of the management department, the uncivilized behavior of some drivers has also been cited as one of the causes of traffic jams. For example, arbitrary lane changes, traffic jams and other behaviors not only affect the driving speed of other vehicles, but also easily cause traffic accidents and disputes.
This kind of uncivilized behavior is not only irresponsible for one's own life, but also a threat to the safety of others.
The transportation department responded, although it tried its best, but the effect was limited
In the face of questions and criticisms from netizens, the transportation department also responded. They said that the surge in traffic during the National Day holiday, coupled with the ongoing maintenance work on some sections of the road, did cause traffic pressure.
In order to alleviate congestion, they have taken a series of measures, such as increasing the number of people at toll booths and setting up temporary detour routes. Despite this, the effectiveness of these measures is limited due to the large volume of traffic.
The "Enlightenment" of Traffic Jams: How to Break the "Curse" of Holiday Highway?
With the help of big data, can real-time monitoring and early warning become a "savior"?
In the face of the frequent congestion on highways during the holidays, experts have also put forward some suggestions. Among them, the use of big data technology to monitor and warn of traffic flow in real time is considered to be a feasible method. By monitoring traffic flow data in real time, congestion can be detected in time and appropriate mitigation measures can be taken, so as to avoid further deterioration of congestion. This method is not only scientific and effective, but also can improve the intelligent level of traffic management.
Staggered travel, can flexible holidays become a "new trend"?
In addition to big data technology, experts also recommend a strategy for off-peak travel. For example, some units can be encouraged to adopt a flexible holiday system to avoid everyone traveling at the same time. This will not only disperse the traffic flow and reduce the traffic pressure, but also allow more people to enjoy the fun of the holiday. Of course, the implementation of such a strategy requires the joint efforts and cooperation of all sectors of society to achieve.
See the details in the real chapter: "life in the traffic jam"
The life of car owners, the "life performance" in the traffic jam
In this traffic jam drama, the performance of car owners is also varied, each with its own merits. Some people choose to turn off the fire and sleep to nourish their spirits; Some people get out of the car to chat and relieve boredom to pass the time; Others take advantage of the opportunity to spend time in the car eating instant noodles, watching movies or playing games. These seemingly ordinary but full of life scenes not only make people feel helplessness and anxiety in traffic jams, but also let people see people's optimism and tenacity in difficult situations.
Alternative Concerns for Animal Welfare, "Passing Love" in Traffic Jams
In addition to the performance of car owners, the traffic jam also raised public concerns about animal welfare. Truck drivers like Master Wang not only have to endure their own hunger and exhaustion in traffic jams, but also worry about the safety of the animals on board. This kind of respect and care for life not only reflects the goodness of human nature, but also allows us to see the progress of social civilization.
Xiaobian has something to say: don't let traffic jams become the "psychological shadow" of the holiday
After reading this article, I believe many people will remember the experience of traffic jams they have experienced. The feeling of helplessness, anxiety and helplessness is truly unforgettable. But then again, while traffic jams can't be completely avoided, there are lessons we can learn from them and take steps to reduce the likelihood of them happening.
First of all, the management department should strengthen the prediction and monitoring of traffic flow, and do a good job in the formulation and implementation of traffic diversion and emergency plans in advance. At the same time, we should also strengthen the supervision and punishment of drivers' behavior, and improve the intelligent and scientific level of traffic management.
Secondly, as drivers, we should also consciously abide by traffic rules, travel in a civilized manner, and do not change lanes or add congestion at will, so as not to bring unnecessary trouble and danger to others. In addition, we can choose to travel off-peak or use other means of transportation to avoid congestion.
Finally, I would like to say that don't let traffic jams become the "psychological shadow" of our vacation. We should face all kinds of challenges and difficulties in life with a positive attitude, and find joy and harvest from them. Only in this way can we truly enjoy the beauty and happiness of life.
Conclusion: Make every trip a good memory
Although the traffic jam on National Day is a headache, it is also an indispensable part of our lives. It allows us to see the inadequacy of traffic management and the defects of driver behavior, but it also allows us to see the brilliance of human nature and the warmth of society. In the days to come, let's work together to make every trip a good memory!