A new bridge will open to vehicles during the predawn hours on Friday, 9 Tammuz 5772, a bridge connecting Highway 471 to connect Highway 444 and Highway 4. This will significantly cut the travel distance from the Modi�in region to the Geha Highway. This will permit motorists to avoid Route 40, which is a rush hour nightmare.

The 354 million NIS project promises to significantly improve conditions and cut down on travel time for motorists that use those roads, including residents of Elad.

(YWN � Israel Desk, Jerusalem)