Heat plan in Knokke will come into operation for two days this week, cars are not allowed in: « We expect large influx » (Knokke-Heist)
Last week the municipality of Knokke-Heist, led by Mayor Cathy Coudyser (insight), held another test day. – © CCA
The heat and mobility plan will come into effect in Knokke for the first time on Thursday and Friday. The center will close for cars from 12.30 pm. « The police expect a large influx, » reports the municipal administration, which immediately made an adjustment after the test day last week.
A lot of ink has already flowed over the heat and mobility plan in Knokke-Heist. Last week another test day took place. On top days – when it gets tropical hot – the municipality will close the center of Knokke for cars.
« To keep the traffic stew controllable, avoid parking problems and prevent traffic jams, » it sounds in a announcement. Only the local traffic is allowed then. Agents also check incoming cars on Natiënlaan.
Perimeter is enlarged
On Thursday 12 and Friday 13 June it is prize for the first time. A perimeter is set from 12.30 to 18 hours and cars are no longer allowed through.
After the test phase of 3 June, it was decided to increase the perimeter. She is now bordered by the Canadasquare Oost, Elizabetlaan, A. Hansplein, Koningslaan, Pastoor Opdrinckplein, Seb. Nachtegalestraat, Albertlaan, Zoutelaan, Elizabetlaan and Kustlaan. The Zoutelaan is not accessible at the Sparrendreef, in the direction of the Elizabetlaan.
Cars are not allowed to enter the center of Knokke for two days between 12.30 and 6 pm. – © CCA
Shining summer weather is predicted on Thursday and Friday. And that is why the police expect it to be very busy. « The so-called heat and mobility plan comes into effect in warm weather and when the police have indications that a large influx of visitors can be expected. The municipality then provides extra police and checks to avoid nuisance, » the municipal administration still sounds.(JVE)
