The union representing firefighters says the congestion is placing pressure on drivers and causing frustration for crews. Traffic is so bad it's now a N.S. election issue.
WATCH: Gridlocked streets during rush hour aren’t just having an impact on drivers, but also first responders. They say it’s getting harder to travel the roads in Halifax amid the heavy congestion and construction. Skye Bryden-Blom reports.Stop and ask any Halifax driver about traffic and you’re likely to get an earful about recent congestion and unusually long commutes.
He says traffic calming measures in busy neighbourhoods, as well as bike lanes, are also having an impact. The union representing firefighters in the municipality says the congestion is placing pressure on drivers and causing frustration for crews.For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.
“Driving in an ambulance or fire truck or any emergency vehicle with lights and sirens is a huge responsibility,” he said.Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency has been receiving feedback from firefighters who have expressed concern. The department also monitors and analyzes response data. Ramey says work is also underway with the municipality’s planning and development department to study the impact of traffic calming measures.The province’s political leaders are also taking notice as traffic congestion in the capital city becomes an election issue.
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