Bucharest Braces for Traffic Chaos as Historic Structure Faces Urgent Repairs

Bucharest's Planșeul Unirii: Urgent Repairs to Cause Traffic Chaos Bucharest, Romania – Major renovations are set to begin at the historic Planșeul Unirii, a structure in the heart of the Romanian capital. The project, expected to last three years, will cause significant traffic disruptions, but officials say it's vital due to the risk of the 100-year-old structure collapsing. The video report from Stirile Kanal D shows significant deterioration, including rusted iron and crumbling concrete. One resident interviewed stated, "It's going to be a disaster; the traffic is already bad." However, another resident expressed optimism, saying, "It's a good thing; something had to be done eventually." The 800 million lei project will also see the temporary removal of the Unirii fountains, a popular tourist attraction. While inconvenience is inevitable, the necessary repairs will ensure the long-term safety of this vital structure.