The Addis Ababa Police Headquarters has announced that several roads in the city will be closed to vehicles on October 1, 2023, due to the Irecha Hora Finfine festival. The closures will take effect from 4:00 AM until the end of the event. The police have urged drivers to use alternative routes to avoid disruptions. The festival is a significant event in Ethiopia, and the police have taken measures to ensure public safety and smooth traffic flow.
According to the police, the following roads will be closed: from Meda to Meskel Square, from Adwa Bridge to Zerihun Building and St. Urael Square, from Atlas Light to St. Urael Square, and from Bole Rwanda Bridge to Meskel Square. Additional roads that will be closed include those from Gazebo Square to Filamengo, from Gazebo Square to Leghar Light, and from St. Qirqos Tabot to Leghar Light. Drivers are advised to plan their routes in advance to minimize inconvenience.
The police have also announced that parking is prohibited on the affected roads from 12:00 AM on the day of the event. This is to ensure that the roads are clear for the festival and to prevent any disruptions. The Addis Ababa Police Headquarters has urged the public to cooperate with the authorities and to use alternative routes where possible.
In addition to the road closures, the police have provided emergency contact numbers for the public to report any incidents or to seek assistance. The numbers are 01-11-11-01-11 and 990, which are free of charge. The police have assured the public that they will do their best to ensure public safety and to minimize disruptions during the festival.
The Irecha Hora Finfine festival is an important cultural event in Ethiopia, and it is expected to attract large crowds. The police have taken measures to ensure that the event passes smoothly and safely. The road closures are part of these measures, and the police have urged the public to be patient and to cooperate with the authorities.
The festival is scheduled to take place on October 1, 2023, and the police have confirmed that all necessary arrangements have been made to ensure public safety. The event is expected to start at 4:00 AM, and the road closures will be in effect until the end of the festival.
The Addis Ababa Police Headquarters has apologized for any inconvenience the road closures may cause and has urged the public to bear with them. The police have also thanked the public for their cooperation and understanding.
Key points
- Several roads in Addis Ababa will be closed on October 1, 2023, due to the Irecha Hora Finfine festival.
- The road closures will take effect from 4:00 AM until the end of the event.
- Drivers are advised to use alternative routes and to plan their routes in advance to minimize inconvenience.
