Coronavirus measures rid roads in UAE of traffic congestion

The 'traffic index congestion level data' shared with RoadSafetyUAE provided real-time traffic density data for analysing the impact of movement restrictions.

Graphs showing a dramatic reduction in traffic in six global cities as a result of Covid-triggered precautionary measures have been released. The graphs show how movement restrictions aimed to stem the spread of Covid-19 infections have brought traffic to virtually a standstill in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Paris, London, Rome and New York.
Data released by location technology specialist TomTom shows the contrast between the traffic situation in these cities in the first two weeks of April 2019 and April 2020. The 'traffic index congestion level data' shared with RoadSafetyUAE provided real-time traffic density data for analysing the impact of movement restrictions.
Thomas Edelmann, Managing Director of RoadSafetyUAE, said: "It is fascinating to see the impact of the vital measures taken by authorities around the world and also the obvious compliance of road users. From a road safety perspective, it is wonderful to see that the dramatically reduced congestion keeps the roads free for the providers of vital services.
"It is encouraging to witness the compliance of road users in these challenging times we sincerely hope that the mindset of responsible conduct will prevail also once we will return to 'normality' on our roads."
What is 'Traffic index congestion level data'?
Congestion level represents the extra travel time drivers are experiencing on average compared to baseline uncongested conditions. A 53 per cent congestion level in Bangkok, for example, means that a 30-minute trip will take 53 per cent more time than it would during Bangkok's baseline uncongested conditions. The baseline per city is calculated by analysing free-flow travel times of all vehicles on the entire road network - recorded 24/7, 365 days a year.
Here is how traffic has been impacted as a result of #StayHome measures introduced in six global cities:
 
Abu Dhabi
 
Dubai
 
Paris
 
London
 
Rome
 
New York