The Guyana Police Force has issued a traffic advisory on the East Bank Demerara as the country prepares to host 10 matches in this year’s Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) including the final.
With six home matches and the playoffs in the mix, matches will begin on Wednesday and run until September 24 at the National Stadium, Providence.
According to the correspondence, to ensure a smooth flow of traffic along the highway, patrons driving are advised to proceed south along the eastern lane of the eastern carriageway while drivers proceeding further south are advised to use the western lane. The third lane along the eastern lane of the western carriageway will be used to filter traffic west across the Demerara Harbour Bridge.
No parking will be allowed on the highway between Bagotstown and Providence in the vicinity of Rubis Gas Station. While persons are encouraged to get their car passes early, the Guyana Police Force is urging patrons to carpool, stated the release.
The GPF has also detailed several alternate routes including the Mandela Four Lane access road south to Dumpsite Road, west to Windsor Estate Road, south along Windsor Estate Road, south to Mocha to Diamond Access Road and exit at Mocha Access Road or Diamond Access Road.
Drivers can access the Windsor Access Road and Mocha to Diamond Access Road from Eccles Access Road (Eccles Traffic Light) and Dumpsite Road as traffic will only be allowed east on Providence Access Road (Red Road). No entry west between Windsor Estate Road and Providence Public Road.
“The Traffic Department of the Guyana Police Force appeals to all road users during these upcoming CPL games to adhere to the traffic arrangements, utilize alternate routes for travel, carpool, share rides, and observe all Traffic Laws and Regulations. Your cooperation will contribute to a safe and enjoyable experience for all,” the release stated.
