Traffic At Checkpoints Return To Normal
By Achong Tanjong

Bandar Seri Begawan - The scene at the Kuala Lurah and Limbang border checkpoints has finally returned to normal, following the long queues witnessed in the run-up to and on the first few days of Hard Raya Aidilfitri.

Both checkpoints were bogged down with incoming and outgoing traffic as Bruneians made the last minute dash to Limbang to stock up for Raya.

Adding to this was the fact that the school holidays had begun days before the festivities and Bruneians were also taking the opportunity to visit relatives across the border.

The hectic atmosphere and long queues slowly subsided Sunday as celebrants made their way back to their respective homes. Sunday also marked the end of the school break for students.

Motorists making the journey had to wait between two and three hours in queue for both Immigration and Customs clearance.

Though traffic conditions has returned to normal, border-hoppers can expect to see a repeat of long queues during the weekend as Bruneians will continue to head to neighbouring towns for their shopping excursions and festive visits.

Long queues are a common sight at the checkpoints of Kuala Lurah and Sungai Tujoh during festive periods and public holidays. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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