Traffic Chaos in Bulgaria After Accident Near Pamporovo
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A major accident near the popular ski resort of Pamporovo, Bulgaria, has caused meaningful traffic disruption. The incident has resulted in kilometers-long traffic jams in both directions, leaving motorists stranded along the road.
Adrian Petrov, the deputy regional governor of Smolyan, confirmed the incident to NOVA. He reported that a long line of vehicles had already formed at the entrance to Chepelare, a town near Pamporovo. While police proactively began allowing traffic through shortly before 7 p.m., the delays remain significant.
Adding to the already challenging situation,Petrov revealed that several villages in the region are still grappling with power outages. The ongoing adverse weather conditions continue to pose a threat, with trees falling and power lines breaking.
“A man died after a gas cylinder exploded on a car,” read more here.
Traffic Chaos & Power Outages Plague Pamporovo Region Following Accident
We spoke wiht Adrian Petrov, the deputy regional governor of Smolyan, to get the latest updates on the situation near Pamporovo.
**Archyde:** Deputy Governor Petrov, can you provide us with the latest details on the accident and its impact on traffic?
**adrian Petrov:** We’ve had a serious incident near Pamporovo involving a gas cylinder explosion on a car. This has regrettably resulted in a fatality. The incident has caused notable traffic disruption, with kilometers-long traffic jams in both directions leading up to and away from the area.
**Archyde:** When did the traffic issues begin, and are there efforts underway to alleviate the situation?
**Adrian Petrov:** The backups started forming shortly after the incident. Police have been working hard, and they managed to start allowing traffic through again just before 7 p.m., but the delays are still substantial.
**Archyde:** We understand that the region is also experiencing power outages. Can you elaborate on the extent of this issue?
**Adrian Petrov:** Yes, unfortunately, several villages in the region are still without power due to the adverse weather conditions.We’ve seen falling trees and downed power lines, making restoration efforts particularly challenging.
**Archyde:** This sounds like a very challenging situation for residents and travelers alike. Looking forward, what can be done to prevent similar incidents in the future?
**Adrian Petrov:** We need a multi-pronged approach. Strengthening infrastructure to withstand severe weather is crucial. Additionally, promoting responsible road safety practices and raising public awareness about potential dangers in these types of situations is essential..
**Archyde:** This incident highlights the ripple effects of accidents and extreme weather. What message do you have for the public during this time?
**Adrian Petrov:** My advice is to please be patient,follow the instructions of authorities,and avoid unnecessary travel to the affected area. We are working diligently to restore normalcy as quickly as possible.
**Archyde:** Thank you for your time, Deputy Governor Petrov.
** Archyde readers, how do you think authorities could better prepare for and respond to such events in the future? Share your thoughts in the comments below.**
## Interview with adrian Petrov, Deputy regional Governor of Smolyan
**Host**: Welcome to archyde news. Today we’re discussing the major traffic disruptions near the popular Bulgarian ski resort of Pamporovo following a tragic accident. Joining us is Adrian Petrov, the deputy regional governor of Smolyan, who is on the ground and has been managing the aftermath of the incident. Adrian, thank you for joining us.
**Adrian Petrov**: Thank you for having me.
**Host**: can you tell our viewers what happened and the current situation on the roads?
**Adrian Petrov**: As you know, there was a serious accident earlier today near Chepelare, a town close to Pamporovo, involving a gas cylinder explosion on a car. Sadly, this accident resulted in one fatality. [ [1](https://nova.bg/news/view/2024/12/26/481851/%D0%BC%D1%8A%D0%B6-%D0%B7%D0%B0%D0%B3%D0%B8%D0%BD%D0%B0-%D1%81%D0%BB%D0%B5%D0%B4-%D0%B2%D0%B7%D1%80%D0%B8%D0%B2-%D0%BD%D0%B0-%D0%B3%D0%B0%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B2%D0%B0-%D0%B1%D1%83%D1%82%D0%B8%D0%BB%D0%BA%D0%B0-%D0%BD%D0%B0-%D)]
This accident caused major traffic disruptions, with kilometer-long queues forming in both directions. The road remains partially closed, causing important delays for motorists. While police have been working tirelessly to allow traffic to flow, the situation is still challenging.
**Host**: I understand there are additional issues facing the region?
**Adrian Petrov**: yes, unluckily. The adverse weather conditions have exacerbated the situation.We are experiencing strong winds and snowfall, which have caused some trees to fall and power lines to break. This has resulted in power outages in several villages in the region, making the situation even more arduous.
**Host**: What steps are being taken to resolve these issues?
**Adrian Petrov**: We are working closely with emergency services and utility companies to restore power and clear the roads as quickly and safely as possible. We are also providing assistance to stranded motorists and those affected by the power outages. This is a challenging situation, but our priority is the safety and well-being of all those affected.
**Host**: Thank you, Adrian Petrov, for providing us with this update. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this unfortunate event. we will continue to monitor the situation and provide further updates as they become available.
