Vinh City will renovate the traffic light system at 'red light allowed to go straight' points.

Over time, theCity.Vinh installed "red light allowed to go straight" signs at the traffic lights at the intersections of Ho Tung Mau - Nguyen Van Cu and Truong Thi - An Duong Vuong, attracting a lot of public attention, especially drivers and pedestrians who regularly pass through these points.

Although it has been installed for a long time, many people are not familiar with this sign and still stop at red lights. Photo: PV

According to records, after the "red light allowed to go straight" sign was installed, traffic at these points has been smoothed out and congestion has significantly reduced.

However, some opinions say that the fact that vehicles are still allowed to go straight, while pedestrians are also allowed to cross the street at the same time when the light is red, makes pedestrians feel worried and insecure, especially during rush hours such as early morning or afternoon.

After many comments and feedback,Vinh CityTraffic light systems in these two areas will be upgraded to both reduce congestion and ensure pedestrian safety.

Some vehicles speeding and recklessly overtaking make pedestrians shiver when passing through the intersection of Truong Thi - An Duong Vuong. Photo: PV

Specifically, the city will replace the light controller, adjust the red light signal to green light to keep traffic flowing, and avoid the situation where many people do not read the signs and still stop at red lights, making it impossible for the vehicles behind to move as in the past.

On some special occasions, whenSquareHo Chi Minh City opens, authorities will adjust red light signals to serve major events.

In addition, the city will replace the "Go straight on red light" sign with the "Pay attention, give way to pedestrians" sign so that drivers are careful and slow down when passing through here.

Authorities inspect traffic light controllers in Vinh City. Photo: PV

These are 2 light clusters that have been installed for a long time, however, completely replacing them will require a large amount of money, long construction time, and affect thetrafficat these points. Therefore, upgrading the old lighting system is necessary, both to save money and to help traffic in these areas be smooth and safe.

Mr. Nguyen Viet Duc - Head of Urban Management Department of Vinh City

It is expected that in early April 2021, the city will renovate these two light clusters.