{"id":32593,"date":"2026-10-16T18:11:24","date_gmt":"2026-10-16T22:11:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/?p=32593"},"modified":"2026-10-16T18:11:24","modified_gmt":"2026-10-16T22:11:24","slug":"new-roundabouts-to-improve-traffic-flow-safety-in-linden","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/new-roundabouts-to-improve-traffic-flow-safety-in-linden\/","title":{"rendered":"New roundabouts to improve\u00a0traffic flow\u00a0&amp;\u00a0safety in Linden"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"fb-root\"><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">-by Reycia Nedd <\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"803\" src=\"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-78.png\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-78.png 1080w, https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-78-300x223.png 300w, https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-78-1024x761.png 1024w, https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-78-768x571.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Motorists travelling through Linden will soon benefit from improved traffic circulation, with new roundabouts constructed at Millie\u2019s Hideout and on both approaches to the new Mackenzie\/Wismar Bridge.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The developments are expected to ease congestion, improve road safety and support smoother movement across the mining town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As Linden\u2019s road network undergoes major transformation, new roundabouts are being introduced to better manage traffic and improve connectivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The roundabouts, located at Millie\u2019s Hideout and on the eastern and western approaches to the new Mackenzie\/Wismar Bridge, are designed to regulate traffic entering and leaving key sections of the town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are also expected to reduce traffic conflicts at busy intersections and allow vehicles to move more efficiently, particularly as traffic volumes increase with the opening of the new bridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But while the infrastructure is in place, its success will depend on motorists knowing how to navigate the roundabouts safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"761\" src=\"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-78-1024x761.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32594\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-78-1024x761.png 1024w, https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-78-300x223.png 300w, https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-78-768x571.png 768w, https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-78.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To support this transition, the Ministry of Public Works has released an&nbsp;instructional video explaining the correct use of roundabouts, including how drivers should approach, enter and exit while remaining alert to pedestrians and other road users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The new roundabouts form part of wider infrastructure improvements aimed at modernising Linden\u2019s transportation network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the new Mackenzie\/Wismar Bridge expected to transform movement between the two communities, authorities are placing greater emphasis on traffic management and road safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Motorists are being encouraged to familiarise themselves with the new road layouts, observe traffic signs and exercise caution to ensure safer and more efficient travel.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>-by Reycia Nedd Motorists travelling through Linden will soon benefit from improved traffic circulation, with new roundabouts constructed at Millie\u2019s Hideout and on both approaches to the new Mackenzie\/Wismar 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