# D1 motorway disruptions in Slovakia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/d1-motorway-disruptions-in-slovakia
> Updated: 2026-08-31T19:27:36.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Traffic disruptions have occurred on the D1 motorway in Slovakia due to separate incidents in highway tunnels.

In the Branisko Tunnel, a broken-down truck blocked traffic heading toward Poprad, though the lane toward Prešov remained open. 

Additionally, a vehicle fire involving a Volvo XC60 took place in the Višňové Tunnel near the exit toward Martin. This incident necessitated the closure of both tunnel tubes for safety. Emergency protocols instructed drivers to abandon their vehicles and use emergency exits. No injuries were reported, and the tunnel structure was not damaged.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: Slovakia D1 motorway tunnels face disruptions from breakdown and fire

Traffic disruptions occurred on Slovakia's D1 motorway due to a truck breakdown at the Branisko Tunnel and a vehicle fire in the Višňové Tunnel, which required emergency evacuations.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/slovakia-d1-motorway-tunnels-face-disruptions-from-breakdown-and-fire

### 2026-08-14: D1 motorway near Ostrava closed after multi-car collision and fire

A three-car collision and subsequent vehicle fires on the D1 motorway near Ostrava caused major traffic delays and left four people injured.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/d1-motorway-near-ostrava-closed-after-multi-car-collision-and-fire

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