Revisiting the problem of traffic congestion in Urban Areas

This paper examined the problem of traffic congestion in urban areas. It described what traffic congestion is and the types of the traffic congestion which exist in the urban areas. The causes of traffic congestion were highlighted and explained. It thoroughly examined the effects of traffic congestion on: time, psychological well being, economy, environment, human health, accidents and Drivers’ behaviours. The paper also discussed the advantages of having traffic calming in our cities. It concluded by recommending the re-designing of urban areas to allow free flow of traffic; provision of alternative routes during road constructions; repairing of bad roads, strict observance of traffic rules and regulations and establishment of commission that will always oversee the problem of the traffic congestion in urban areas. The effort of solving traffic congestion requires all hands to be on deck.