Rock evacuations: B171 between Innsbruck and Zirl until 4 p.m.

Rock evacuations: B171 between Innsbruck and Zirl until 4 p.m.

The B171 Tiroler Straße between Innsbruck is currently closed and Zirl closed for traffic. This measure was necessary to carry out rock clearance work that should ensure security on this important traffic artery.

According to the police, the blocking is expected to continue until at least 4 p.m. This means that drivers have to adjust to diversions up to this point in order to get to their goal.

Details on the traffic situation

from Innsbruck it is at least possible to use the access to the sewage treatment plant. As a result, there are limited options for the diversion, but the main street remains closed in both directions, which could significantly impair traffic in the region.

rock clearance work is often associated with various dangers, since loose stones and rocks can endanger the safety of road users. The current measure shows that authorities and construction companies are used to reacting to such dangers quickly to avoid accidents and greater damage.

The maintenance of streets and bridges is of particular importance in mountainous regions such as Tyrol. Regardless of the weather, there may be landslide or rock falls, which is why travel routes have to be checked and serviced regularly. This is not only important for security, but also for the accessibility of the area and the flowing traffic.