A traffic accident worsened the congestion situation on Via Rápida 1 (VR1), in the direction Ribeira Brava–Machico. The accident added to the slow-moving flow of vehicles that was already occurring on the road due to ongoing works. Traffic in the area became even more complicated as a consequence of the incident, which adds to the maintenance or construction work that was already causing delays at the location. No further details were provided about the accident, such as possible injuries or vehicles involved.
IncidentsMadeira
Accident worsens congestion already caused by works on VR1
SAPO Notícias13 September 2026 at 12:46
Why this matters
Readers who regularly use VR1, especially those traveling between Ribeira Brava and Machico, are now facing double pressure on traffic. This follows works already underway on the road, which means drivers should expect particularly adverse conditions and plan more time for their journeys.
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