On 12 February international military exercises codenamed Saber Strike 22 will begin in Poland, along with the movement of military convoys connected with them. The General Directorate for National Roads and Motorways:

We have also marked engineering structures along selected national roads with military load-class signs. These signs are intended only for drivers of military vehicles and have no significance for drivers of civilian vehicles. In addition, temporary speed limits may be introduced on selected routes in 11 provinces. The restriction will be indicated to drivers, among other means, by mobile (LED) variable-message signs.

The signs have been installed on national roads in 11 provinces, including Lower Silesian, Łódź, Masovian and Podlaskie.

How long will this last?

Road authorities:

Let us recall that the international Saber Strike 22 military exercises will last in Poland until 26 March 2022. During this period, we may encounter military convoys moving along the roads.

Where might you encounter military vehicles?

Among other places, on the A1, A2 and A4 motorways, the S8 and S61 expressways, and DK16, DK18 and DK63.

When will the greatest disruptions occur?

Vehicles taking part in the exercises will most often travel at night so that they cause as little disruption to traffic as possible. However, some movements will have to take place during the day, and even during rush hour.

The office: “The movement of military convoys will also provide another opportunity to test cooperation between road services and the armed forces. It will make it possible to verify the effectiveness of information exchange between them and their cooperation.”

How can you stay safe?

  • When encountering a convoy of military vehicles on the road, remember to exercise particular caution.
  • Focus on driving the car rather than on additional activities such as taking photographs or recording videos.
  • Do not drive between military vehicles travelling in a convoy.
  • The most important thing is for every driver to remember the considerable mass of military vehicles and, consequently, their extended braking distance. (Let us remember that military equipment is designed for combat missions, and therefore may not have the same good visibility of passing vehicles as civilian cars.)