Threats occurring in the transport system of the West Pomeranian Voivodeship

The material presents the threats occurring in the transport system of the West Pomeranian Voivodeship. The main focus is on threats related to the impact of natural forces and accidents in road, rail, and maritime transport. The state of the infrastructure and the causes of accidents are discussed. The main directions for necessary changes and actions related to improving transport safety are indicated.The location of the West Pomeranian Voivodeship on the country’s map indicates the significant role it plays in the functioning of the national economy. The intersection of important international transport routes, in an east-west layout (from Western Europe to Eastern European countries and Asia) and north-south (from Scandinavia to Southern and South-Eastern Europe), means that phenomena occurring in the region’s transport systems are reflected throughout the country.
The natural conditions of the voivodeship have influenced the distribution and shape of communication infrastructure as well as the type of industry and the location of settlements. The favorable transport location is complemented by the main river, the Oder, which connects the ports in Szczecin and Świnoujście with the hinterland in the south of the country. (…)

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