Works on the Via Rápida cause queues exceeding one kilometre
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Works on the Via Rápida cause queues exceeding one kilometre

SAPO Notícias6 September 2026 at 12:00

The works taking place this morning on the Via Rápida, on the subsection between Santo António and Santa Luzia, are causing congestion in the Ribeira Brava-Machico direction. Traffic queues exceed one kilometre in length due to the ongoing interventions on that road. Drivers travelling between Ribeira Brava and Machico are facing significant delays during this period. The works directly affect the traffic flow on that section of the Via Rápida, causing inconvenience to road users.

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