Enhanced security measures for refugees: City implements measures to reduce pace and provide safety
In the town of Kirchhellen, a change in traffic dynamics has been observed due to the presence of a refugee accommodation center on the site of the former Prosper Haniel mine shaft 10. The residents of the centre frequently visit the town centre for shopping and other activities, which necessitates them to cross the Old Post Road (L 621).
However, a pedestrian bridge near the L 621 is currently out of operation due to structural issues, forcing the residents to use the road for crossing. To ensure their safety, the city of Bottrop has implemented a temporary speed limit reduction on the L 621. The speed limit has been reduced from 70 km/h to 50 km/h, and further reductions may be necessary.
The speed limit reduction is a precautionary measure aimed at safeguarding the residents of the refugee accommodation centre while they cross the road. The increased pedestrian traffic in the area is a direct result of the centre's residents visiting the town centre.
The reasons for the speed limit reduction on the Old Post Road near the Prosper Haniel mine shaft 10 are not explicitly stated in the available information. However, it is common for speed limits to be reduced near former mining operations due to various safety concerns, such as increased risk of structural instability or road damage, heavy vehicle or construction traffic, protection of workers and pedestrians, and environmental or geological concerns.
It is likely that the speed limit reduction on the L 621 is motivated by safety and public welfare considerations related to mining site conditions or local traffic patterns. For the exact reason, one would need to consult the local transport or road authority responsible for that region in Germany or the operator of the Prosper Haniel site.
The speed limit reduction on the L 621 is a temporary measure until the pedestrian bridge is repaired or an alternative pedestrian crossing is established. The city of Bottrop is responsible for the safety measures implemented on the Old Post Road.
Despite the change in traffic dynamics due to the refugee accommodation center in Kirchhellen, the residents frequently visit the town center for shopping and other activities, resulting in increased pedestrian traffic on the Old Post Road (L 621). To enhance their safety, a temporary speed limit reduction on the L 621 has been implemented, catering to the lifestyle needs of the residents, including fashion-and-beauty and home-and-garden items they may purchase during their visits.
