KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 10 — Members of the public who intend to return to their hometowns or polling locations in conjunction with the state elections this Saturday (August 12) have been reminded to plan their journey ahead.
PLUS Expressways Berhad has calculated that an estimated 1.9 million vehicles are expected to travel daily on the North-South Expressway ahead of polling day.
Its Operations senior general manager Mohd Yusuf Abdul Aziz said highway users are expected to face longer travelling times on the highway, due to the increase in vehicles between August 11 and August 12, compared to regular days.
“However, to help the public enjoy a more comfortable journey, PLUS has made preparations in terms of highway operations and as well as facilities at toll plazas and rest and treatment (RnR) areas so that they are at the best level,” he said in a statement today.
At the same time, PLUS has also temporarily stopped maintenance, upgrading, or construction works that require lane closures on the highway from August 11 to August 13, except for emergency works including accident clearances and critical emergency repair works.
In addition, it has ensured public facilities like toilets, prayer rooms, and petrol stations at the RnR and lay-by areas operate 24 hours a day, to accommodate the increased number of travellers.
“Highway users are also encouraged to take a break after every two hours of driving and enjoy the variety of food and drinks provided by our business partners at the RnR stops before resuming their journey,” Mohd Yusuf said.
For more updates on the traffic situation, download the PLUS Mobile app, follow them on Twitter, or get the latest updates via PUTRI Chatbot, electronic message signs (VMS) along the highway, and PLUSLine at 1800-88-0000.
— Bernama
