Flore bypass improvements after several fatal crashes
A van driver died on the bypass in February, after a crash in broad daylight with a white Mercedes Sprinter. At least two other drivers have died in collisions since the bypass opened in 2018.The council spokesman said: "A central hatched area is being introduced on the Flore Bypass to improve road safety following several incidents."This is being done to give a visual guide to motorists that the road layout is a single carriageway and to reduce the number of accidents caused by overtakes."The road will be fully closed each night from Monday 4 to Tuesday 19 August, between 20:00 and 06:00 BST, with a signed diversion route."The council appreciates residents' patience while these important improvements are carried out to enhance safety for all road users," the spokesman added.
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