Traffic on Kyiv’s Southern Bridge Resumes Amid Restrictions, Limited Cross-River Passage Remains

Resuming Transportation on Kyiv’s Southern Bridge

According to Рубрика — Суспільство: Traffic flow has been restored in both directions on Kyiv’s Southern Bridge, but passage from the right to the left bank is currently confined to a single lane. To enhance connectivity, bus routes 22 and 91 have resumed service heading toward the left bank, with two additional buses added to each route during the evening rush hour. However, metro services remain suspended, and if a red-level threat alert is declared, all movement across the Southern Bridge will be halted.

Impact of the October 22 Attack on Kyiv

Kyiv suffered extensive damage after a nighttime assault by Russian forces on October 22. Multiple waves of missile strikes targeted key areas, damaging:

• residential buildings
• medical facilities
• infrastructure sites
• a restaurant building

One person lost their life, and 22 others were injured. The attack also inflicted damage on parts of the metro infrastructure near the Southern Bridge, leading to transport restrictions.

The attacks on Kyiv’s bridges began earlier in October, escalating the city's transportation challenges:

• On October 1, two drones struck near a support pillar of the Southern Bridge.
• During the night of October 2, Russian forces hit the Southern Bridge for the third time, damaging a support, a crash barrier, a traffic lane, and the metro's concrete barricade.
• On October 2, the Southern Bridge faced a fourth drone attack.
• On October 3, the Northern Bridge was targeted by an attack drone, resulting in damage to the road surface and the trolleybus contact network.
• On October 4, another strike on the Northern Bridge injured two people, with one requiring hospitalization.

Kyiv continues to face a challenging security environment, and residents are urged to stay vigilant and follow safety protocols.

The reopening of the Southern Bridge and bus services reflects ongoing efforts by local authorities to restore crucial urban transport links following recent attacks.

Given the persistent threat from Russian military actions, caution remains essential. Metro operations will stay suspended until stability is assured, underscoring the fragile nature of Kyiv’s current situation.

As the situation in Kyiv remains tense, the recent developments on the Southern Bridge highlight the ongoing challenges facing the city's infrastructure. With multiple attacks affecting key transport routes, including the latest drone strike on the Northern Bridge, residents are urged to stay informed about the evolving security measures and transportation restrictions.