This past Sunday, Estonia's Transport Administration inaugurated its first ice road of the year, connecting Tärkma and Triigi. The 17-kilometer route is open to vehicles weighing up to 2.5 tons, with operational hours from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and the last vehicle permitted to access the ice must do so by 4:30 PM. The authorities have warned that there are bumps along the route and a special ice bridge has been constructed over a crack at the 2.8-kilometer mark.

In an effort to maintain the ice road between the islands of Hiiumaa and Saaremaa, the Transport Administration emphasizes the need for strict compliance with traffic regulations posted along the route and the guidelines for safe travel on the ice. The situation on the ice roads may lead to temporary closures in response to changing weather conditions. Drivers are advised to consult the website TarkTee for live updates on the condition of the ice roads, which will be updated as new information becomes available.

The regulations for using the ice road stress that it is only to be utilized during daylight hours. Compliance with established traffic control measures is crucial to ensure safety during winter travel on these icy pathways, especially given the fluctuating conditions typically experienced during the season.