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HAK warns: Wind restrictions for vehicles in coastal areas, roadworks on A3 until October

On A1, a dog spotted on the road, so traffic is limited to 40 km/h, and on A3, the carriageway towards Lipovac is closed due to roadworks until October 3.

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Summary
  • HAK reported on Thursday, August 13, 2026, restrictions for certain vehicle categories in the coastal area due to strong winds.
  • On A1 between Brinje and Ogulin, a dog was spotted, so traffic is limited to 40 km/h.
  • On A3 Bregana - Lipovac, roadworks are ongoing until October 3, with two-way traffic and possible delays.

Due to strong winds on roads in the coastal area, restrictions are in place for certain categories of vehicles, the Croatian Automobile Club (HAK) reported on Thursday, August 13, 2026. On most other roads, traffic is flowing without special restrictions, but occasional delays are being recorded on sections where roadworks are ongoing.

Appeal to drivers

HAK has called on drivers to adjust their speed and driving style to road conditions, respect traffic regulations and restrictions, and maintain a safe distance between vehicles. Caution is especially recommended on open sections exposed to wind gusts.

Accident in Zaton and dog on the highway

Due to a serious traffic accident on state road DC8 in the town of Zaton, traffic is being managed with temporary regulation. On the A1 motorway, between the Brinje and Ogulin interchanges towards Zagreb, a dog was spotted on the carriageway, so traffic on this section is limited to 40 kilometers per hour.

Roadworks on A3 until early October

On the A3 motorway Bregana - Lipovac, between the Sveta Nedelja and Zagreb zapad interchanges, the carriageway towards Lipovac is closed until October 3 due to roadworks. Two-way traffic is being diverted onto the carriageway towards Bregana, with two narrowed lanes in each direction. HAK warns that due to increased traffic density, congestion and queues may occur, especially in the morning and afternoon, as well as throughout the day on weekends.

FAQ
Which vehicle categories are subject to restrictions in the coastal area? +
HAK did not specify exactly which vehicle categories are affected, but restrictions are in place due to strong winds.
Where was the dog spotted on the highway? +
The dog was spotted on the A1 between the Brinje and Ogulin interchanges towards Zagreb, and traffic is limited to 40 km/h.
Until when do roadworks on the A3 Bregana - Lipovac last? +
Roadworks between the Sveta Nedelja and Zagreb zapad interchanges last until October 3, with the carriageway towards Lipovac closed.

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