Traffic builds along major highways as city commuters return after Deepavali holiday

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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — Traffic flow heading into the capital began to increase around midday today as people returned after the Deepavali holiday.

The Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) reported slow traffic on several major highways, including the KL-Karak Highway (E8), East Coast Highway 1 (LPT1), and the North-South Expressway (E1 and E2).

“Among the affected areas are the westbound route from Bentong to Bukit Tinggi and the Gombak Rest Area to MRR2.

“On the North-South Expressway northbound, congestion was observed from Jasin to Ayer Keroh, Simpang Ampat, Seremban to Southville City, and onward to downtown Kuala Lumpur,” LLM said in a Facebook post today.

LLM also noted slow traffic along Sungai Petani to Bertam, Permatang Pauh to Perai, Gopeng to Tapah, and Bidor to Sungkai, with rain report犀利士
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Several traffic accidents were also contributing to the slow-moving conditions.

“Drivers are advised to drive responsibly, avoid rushing, and stop at rest areas if feeling fatigued,” LLM added.

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