Nine traffic signals malfunctioned in Nizhny Novgorod
Traffic Alert in Nizhny Novgorod: Planned Power Outages for Traffic Lights
There are several issues on the roads of Nizhny Novgorod that drivers and pedestrians should be aware of. On August 5th, traffic lights are not working on several parts of the city, including the intersections of October Prospect near house No. 3, Maxim Gorky Street near house No. 1, and the Nizhe-Volzhskaya Embankment near house No. 49B on Rozhdestvenskaya Street.
However, it's important to note that these power outages are not ongoing issues but are scheduled during specific hours (1:00 PM to 5:00 PM). The affected intersections include Molodezhnaya Prospect - Tolbukhina Street, Tolbukhina Street - Ilyicha Prospect, and Rodionova Street - Fruktovaya Street.
Issues have also been reported on the Kazan Highway at the intersection with Kompozitora Kasyanova Street and Meshchersky Bulvar near house No. 1. These problems have been reported by the Nizhny Novgorod Traffic Control Center.
Drivers are advised to be extra cautious on these specified road sections, yielding to pedestrians at crossings, and approaching intersections with caution. Pedestrians should be attentive and cross the street only when it's safe.
If you encounter a traffic light malfunction, you can report it by calling 214-52-56 from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
It's worth mentioning that while there have been widespread internet and mobile network disruptions across many Russian regions, including Nizhny Novgorod, during May to July 2025, which have impacted digital payments, ATM services, and public safety communication, there is no confirmed or detailed information about traffic light outages or their locations in Nizhny Novgorod on August 5th, 2025.
Stay safe on the roads of Nizhny Novgorod!
The power outages affecting traffic lights in Nizhny Novgorod could potentially impact the transportation sector, causing delays and necessitating caution on selected routes. Moreover, it's essential to note that certain intersections with malfunctioning traffic lights, such as Molodezhnaya Prospect - Tolbukhina Street, Tolbukhina Street - Ilyicha Prospect, and Rodionova Street - Fruktovaya Street, also pose a challenge for the finance industry, as overreliance on digital payments during these times could lead to disruptions in transactions.
