Daily Frustration, But a Record-Breaking Reality
We have all experienced being stuck in a traffic jam for an hour or an hour. But have you ever thought about what would happen if a traffic jam lasted for over 10 days? This is not a joke; this is a true story that shocked the world. It was the world’s longest traffic jam, and its details are truly incredible.
Where and When Did It Happen?
This record-breaking traffic jam took place in August 2010 in China. Beginning on the Beijing-Tibet Expressway (G6), the jam was more than 100 kilometers long. The most astonishing thing about this jam was that it lasted for 10 days.
What Was the Real Reason for the Jam?
Most people thought it was caused only by the sheer number of cars, but its real reason was a combination of two things. The first reason was the heavy construction on expressways in Beijing, which narrowed the roads. The second reason was that thousands of people were returning to Beijing after a holiday, which suddenly put a huge load on the roads.
Shocking Details
This traffic jam completely changed people’s lives. People were wasting their time and many were worried. There were even reports that some locals were coming to the roadside to sell water and food items to the drivers, and the prices were very high. Some drivers spent a full day just to travel 1 kilometer.
Conclusion
This incident shows us how fragile human infrastructure and life can be. This record is not just a number, but a testament to human patience and a situation that we often cannot even imagine.
