How many meters before a tunnel is parking prohibited?
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Parking is prohibited within 50 meters before a tunnel. Situations where parking is not allowed include: 1. Road sections with clear no-parking signs; 2. Roads surrounding railway stations, airports, long-distance bus stations, and rail transit stations; 3. Roads near tourist attractions and dining/entertainment venues; 4. Roads along rivers, lakes, and back alleys where illegal parking is a prominent issue as reported by the public; 5. Sidewalks around offices and residential areas; 6. Emergency lanes, pedestrian crossings, areas within 30 meters before and after bus stops, intersections and sections within 50 meters of intersections, areas within 300 meters around public parking lots, and sections prone to accidents and congestion; 7. Double or multiple rows of parking are also prohibited.
When driving, I found that parking is absolutely prohibited within 50 meters before the entrance of a tunnel. This is not only a traffic rule but also for safety. Vehicles entering the tunnel often move at high speeds, and drivers' eyes need a few seconds to adjust to the light changes. Parking nearby can obstruct visibility and cause serious rear-end collisions. I’ve personally witnessed many similar situations on highways: a car parked randomly near the tunnel entrance, resulting in the following vehicle crashing into it before they could react. The fine is usually around 200 yuan, and points may also be deducted. Therefore, before every trip, I check navigation for safe parking spots and make it a habit to park far from tunnels. Remember, near tunnels, look for pull-off areas or service zones—this ensures compliance and peace of mind.
