The speed bumps have appeared in several neighborhoods of Saint-Martin (French side), as part of renovation work. Their installation, scheduled from September 7 to 30, was reportedly decided in consultation with the road safety services of the Community.
For both motorists and two-wheeler riders, the surprise is considerable. The first ones speed bumps installed ne shave not yet indicated or marked on the groundexcept for a single safety cone. A drying period for the new asphalt would be necessary before marking, to prevent paint absorption. Signage and markings should therefore be carried out from the September 14.
These new arrangements could change traffic habits, especially in sectors already sensitiveTheir coexistence with emergency vehicles, two-wheeled vehicles, and cyclists also deserves attention. If the national decree of May 27, 1994 While speed bumps are prohibited on roads carrying more than 3000 vehicles per day—a threshold largely exceeded on the RN7—Saint-Martin does have its own highway code. Pending the completion of the works, Caution remains essential..
