Top 10 Dangerous Highways of the World
A simple road can be dangerous if the drivers and the pedestrians are not careful enough and overlook the traffic rules. But, what about some highways which are raff just because of their position and records of accidents take place each year? The deadliest roads not only include the highways but also the world dangerous bridge ways like Marienbruecke in Germany.
North Yungas Road, Bolivia-
This road in the Yungas region of Bolivia also termed as “Road of Death” as it takes 200 to 300 lives each year. It is a consistent occurrence for vehicles to go tumbling along the road.
Bruce Highway, Queensland, Oz — 4/10-
17% of death in Australian highway are from this 15km long deadliest pathway. Driving with body parts out of the car is illegal on this road.
US Route 431, Alabama, USA-
Poor visibility, hurtling and unexpected lane changes make the highway the dangerous road of the world. Every year almost 33,800 people dies on the road.
Pan-American Highway, USA –
This 30,000 miles highway is recorded in Guinness Book as the longest road for motors. Landslides, high temperatures, livestock on the road have made this road dangerous.
Commonwealth Avenue, Philippines-
In Philippines it is known as the ‘Killer Highway’. The heavy traffic on this road is the main cause of more than 6,941 death in road accident every year in Philippines.
N2, South Africa-
The N2 in South Africa, also famous as the Settlers Freeway, is the country’s most daring stretch of road. The inattentiveness and carelessness of the drivers to steer the road correctly contribute to enlist the road as an unsafe highway.
James Dalton Highway, Alaska-
The Dalton Highway is a 667 km road in Alaska. Although seeming serene at initial glance, is full with small flying rocks, potholes and worst of everything it runs through the mid of nowhere.
Trans, Siberian Highway, Russia-
Travelling along this road becomes more difficult in the rain and winter season, so you need a worthy selection of survival supplies.
Ruta 5, Chile-
It travels through the Atacama Desert. Enormous gusts of wind, no petrol stations, strong winds, boredom and sudden fog are the biggest threat of this route.