ROME - Rome’s commuters suffered a double whammy Friday, as strikes and anti-smog measures have sent the city’s transport into chaos. Strikes have caused the closure of Metro A, B and B1 lines, as well as the Rome-Lido railway and buses in the Eternal City. The 4-hour strike started at 8:30 a.m. in Rome 

  The Campidoglio has also prevented cars with an odd-ending number plate from entering the city between 7:30 a.m. and 12:30 a.m. and from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This in in an attempt to reduce the high level of smog in the city. Methane, GPL, hybrid, and Euro 6 vehicles are exempt from the ban, as are Euro 2 and Euro 3 motorcycles.

  The traffic in the city has undoubtedly been chaotic given the public transport strike, which has resulted in most people travelling by car. Queues and delays are noted all over the city, from Via Cristoforo Colombo to the east ring road, Via Salaria to via Appia Nuova, Via Aurelia in via Boccea, Via Tuscolana and Via Cassia.

  Romans have vented their anger on social media, with many calling it shameful. They have particularly highlighted the lack of information that has been given to locals, and noted the proximity of the strike to the upcoming Holy Jubilee, starting on Tuesday.

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