M6 Motorway Gridlock Frustrates Travelers During Songkran Homecoming

Initial report on expected heavy traffic during the Songkran holiday, focusing on major routes like Phahonyothin and Mittraphap roads.

Discussion about the recent opening of the M6 motorway from Bang Pa-in to Nakhon Ratchasima and the unexpected severe congestion it caused.

Identification of kilometers 95-96 near Klang Dong as a major bottleneck on the M6, with images showing the extent of the traffic jam.

Sharing a traveler's account of moving well initially but then encountering slow-moving traffic around kilometer 95-96.

Footage and reports of severe traffic jams on the M6 from the night of April 10th until the previous day, stretching for tens of kilometers.

The Korat Highway District explains the heavy traffic was due to temporary signage at kilometer 106, causing drivers to slow down to read it.

Explanation that the road narrows from three lanes to two lanes in the affected area, intensifying the traffic volume.

Footage shows authorities using a crane to cover the problematic signage, a measure taken to resolve the slowdown.

A driver confirms that kilometer 107 on the M6 was the source of the traffic jam, and covering the sign allowed traffic to flow again.

A social media post questions why the roadwork and signage issue occurred during peak holiday travel, causing extensive delays.

Report that traffic on the M6 has returned to normal after the signage issue was resolved.

Brief mention of another congested route to avoid Nakhon Ratchasima, heading towards Buriram and Sa Kaeo via Highway 348 (Chong Tako Pass).

Images from the previous day (21:00) show traffic accumulating at Chong Tako Pass on Highway 348, with reports of continued heavy traffic on the morning of April 12th.

A morning report on April 12th, 2569, describes continued heavy traffic and slow-moving vehicles heading towards the Northeast.

Commentary on the continued journey home for Songkran despite high fuel prices, with a reporter promising ongoing traffic updates.