Motorists protest rumble strips on Norman Manley Boulevard
Published:Saturday | January 29, 2022 | 1:55 PM
Janet Silvera/Senior Gleaner Writer
WESTERN BUREAU:
Taxi operators and other motorists have blocked the popular Norman Manley Boulevard in Negril, Westmoreland, protesting the erection of rumble strips along the busy thoroughfare.
The rumble strips are intended to reduce speed along the roadway which has been the scene of multiple fatal crashes.
They insist that the speed bumps there are adequate.
The drivers say the strips erected this morning, could damage the front-end of their vehicles.
"Wi nuh wah nutten else inna the road unless somebody come talk to wi," said one of the protesting motorists.
They also say their travel times have been significantly reduced because of the additional speed bumps.
"It can't work. We are changing front end three times per year. Coupled with road traffic fees, licensing, and other expenses for our vehicles."
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