The Public Works Authority, Ashghal, announced closures of two lanes of as many streets for two months from tomorrow (June 24).


One lane of Omar Al Mokhtar Street and Al Bidda Street starting from Al Mussalla Street and for 2.5km towards Lekhwair Intersection is to be closed. So is one lane of Al Markhiya Street starting from Lekhwair Intersection and for 0.5km towards Qatar Sports Club.

In co-ordination with the General Directorate of Traffic, this change will be implemented to enable completion of infrastructure works and installation of new traffic signal, as part of the first phase of the upgrading works on some streets in the West Bay Area project.

During this time, three lanes will remain open for traffic on Omar Al Mokhtar, Al Bidda and Al Markhiya Streets as well as right turns towards intersecting streets. Ashghal will install road signs advising motorists of the temporary closure and requested all road users to follow them and abide by the speed limit to ensure safety.


Source : Gulf Times


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