🚌 Bus Breakdown Snarls Southbound Pacific Highway Traffic

Commuters in Artarmon and surrounding areas are advised to brace for delays following a bus breakdown on the Pacific Highway in St Leonards. The incident, reported by Transport for NSW, occurred near Westbourne Street and is currently affecting southbound traffic.

One of the three southbound lanes (Lane 1) on the Pacific Highway is currently closed, leading to congestion. Mechanics and Transport for NSW personnel are reportedly on site, working to clear the broken-down vehicle.

While the breakdown occurred in neighbouring St Leonards, the Pacific Highway is a critical arterial route that funnels traffic through Artarmon. Incidents on this major corridor frequently create ripple effects, impacting travel times for Artarmon residents heading south. Indeed, Artarmon itself is no stranger to traffic woes, having been identified as one of Sydney's most congested suburbs.

Transport for NSW routinely responds to such unplanned incidents, advising motorists to exercise caution and prepare to merge. Their guidelines for vehicle breakdowns on NSW roads highlight the importance of safety, urging drivers to activate hazard lights and, if safe, pull over to a hard shoulder or breakdown lane while awaiting assistance.

Drivers travelling through the area should allow extra travel time and check live traffic updates via services like Live Traffic NSW before embarking on their journey. The immediate focus remains on restoring normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.