Yeosu, Dangerous Steep Slope at Hanjae Intersection Crosswalk Relocated

Expecting Pedestrian Accident Prevention Effects Alongside Installation of Forward Signal Devices

[Yeosu=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Sim Kyung-taek] The pedestrian crosswalk at Hanjae Intersection in Yeosu, Jeollanam-do, which posed a high risk of traffic accidents due to a steep downhill slope, was relocated last week.

According to the Yeosu Police Station, only two locations on the main road, Jwasuyeong-ro, were restored to their previous points, and an additional signal light was installed ahead to reduce pedestrian accidents.

The relocation of the crosswalk was not only to prevent pedestrian accidents but also to address traffic congestion that occurred when vehicles waiting on the auxiliary main roads, Hanjae-ro and Jinnam-ro, could not make right turns during the straight signal, causing backups up to the Chungmu-dong rotary. This was addressed by designating no-parking zones and relocating the crosswalk to prevent such congestion.

Since the numerous traffic accident casualties on July 20, measures have been taken including restricting 4.5-ton cargo vehicle traffic, installing speed enforcement cameras, regulatory posts, and color line painting to alert drivers. Signs indicating absolute speed reduction and engine brake use have also been installed. With the recent relocation of the crosswalk, improvements to traffic safety facilities are nearing completion.

Moon Byung-hoon, Chief of Yeosu Police Station, stated, "To prevent pedestrians from waiting on the roadway, we plan to install floor-type signal lights, a smart crossing facility, and signal lights where only crosswalks exist. We have also secured next year’s budget for installing a speed prevention system."

Yeosu=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Sim Kyung-taek simkt7@asiae.co.kr

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