Traffic Congestions in Abatan, Buguias, Benguet: Its Causes and Effects

AUTHOR(S)

RILDA G. PUGONG

ABSTRACT

—— Traffic congestion is one major concern in Abatan, Bugias as it is the meeting path to several places. Research has shown that traffic congestion is the effect of rising population and poverty, increasing economic activities and opportunities in the cities. The study aimed to determine the factors that affects traffic congestion and the effects of it in Abatan, Buguias. Using purposive sampling, the data were collected through in-depth interview to particular individual road users of Abatan. Analysis of the responses showed that factors causing traffic congestion are violations of traffic regulations, road incapacity, and vehicular accidents. While effects of it includes environmental, economic, and psychological effects. Keywords — Traffic Management System, Congestion, Mobility