Accident on Tenerife’s TF-5 Highway Causes Major Traffic Delays
A traffic accident near Los Majuelos on Tenerife's TF-5 highway has caused significant delays, prompting authorities to urge motorists to exercise increased caution and avoid rubbernecking.
Traffic on the TF-5 is once again under scrutiny after an accident near Los Majuelos in San Cristóbal de La Laguna this Wednesday. The Canary Islands’ 112 Emergency Coordination Center dispatched teams to the scene, which is located in the lanes heading toward the capital of Tenerife.
This incident highlights the ongoing vulnerability of one of Tenerife’s busiest roads. Because the highway is already heavily congested on a daily basis, any emergency response becomes a challenge, often causing significant delays for other drivers.
Authorities are urging motorists to use extra caution when driving through this area. Emergency services emphasize that because of the high volume of traffic, drivers must stay alert to prevent rear-end collisions and avoid slowing down to look at accidents, which only worsens the congestion.