Talking to Lao Dong, Mr. Vu Manh Ha - Head of Dong Bai - Cai Vieng ferry terminal (Hai Phong) said that from early morning of April 29 to 12:00 on the same day, the number of passengers passing through Dong Bai ferry to Cat Ba island was less than usual.
Previously, on April 28, the number of passengers passing through the ferry was more than 3,600, more than 1,400 vehicles, mainly cars with less than 9 seats (417 vehicles), motorbikes (593 vehicles)... During rush hour, people only have to wait about 10-15 minutes to pass the ferry.
Previously, on April 23, the City People's Committee issued an urgent dispatch on urgent plans to direct traffic through Dong Bai ferry.
Specifically, the city temporarily suspends the transportation of cars and Dong Bai trucks (in the direction from Cat Hai to Cat Ba island) from April 26 to May 4 and weekends from May 10 to July 30. The temporary suspension period is from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (except for priority vehicles according to regulations).
However, from April 26 to now, people and vehicles have been crossing the ferry during the ferry trip without having to wait according to the time frame.
According to the ferry terminal representative, during the April 30 and May 1 holiday, the ferry terminal will operate 5 Bay View ferries of nearly 200 tons, running continuously to serve passengers. In addition, there will be a small 20-ton ferry mobilized in case of emergency.
Based on the number of vehicles present at the ferry, the unit is proactive in time, arranged to run earlier than the time prescribed in the morning or run overtime, increase the trip at the end of the day. The wharf mobilizes 100% of human resources, increasing overtime until the service of all passengers, in accordance with the direction of the People's Committee of Hai Phong City.
The People's Committee of Hai Phong City also assigned the City Police to coordinate with relevant agencies and units directly managing ferries and high-speed boats to organize traffic regulation and diversion to minimize traffic congestion through Dong Bai ferry. In particular, pay attention to remote traffic flow, take measures to warn drivers of vehicles in case the ferry terminal area is congested...
