Al-Baha governor reviews road projects and traffic safety initiatives

Governor Hussam bin Saud bin Abdulaziz of Al-Baha reviewed a report on the region’s road and transport projects, as well as maintenance and traffic safety programs.

He emphasized the importance of continuing efforts to complete road and transport projects according to set timelines, improving the quality of implementation and maintenance, and prioritizing road safety requirements.

The governor urged greater coordination among relevant authorities to address challenges and accelerate project completion, aiming to enhance services for citizens, residents, and visitors, and to support economic and tourism activities in the region.

This came as Governor Hussam bin Saud received the road and transport projects report in his office from Musfer Al-Malki, Director of the Ministry of Transport and Logistics Services branch in the region, who provided an overview of completed and ongoing projects, their progress, and future plans to expand and upgrade the road network, strengthening connections between Al-Baha city, its governorates, and centers.

The governor also viewed a presentation on preventive maintenance programs, pavement quality improvements, maintenance of unpaved roads, and lighting works, all aimed at preserving road assets, boosting operational efficiency, and improving service levels for road users.

The report highlighted efforts to enhance traffic safety, address sites requiring engineering improvements, and develop barriers, guidance and warning signs, and road markings. It also covered needs identified and studied based on reports from relevant authorities and traffic safety committees.

The presentation included efforts to monitor mountain roads and track areas prone to rockfalls during rainfall, as well as the role of the control room in supporting response and coordination with relevant agencies, ensuring swift handling of reports and emergencies, and maintaining the safety of road users and smooth traffic flow.