Traffic chaos in Perthshire villages after Google Maps glitch
Summary
A Google Maps error caused drivers to leave the main A9 road and use a narrow, single-track road between Dunkeld and Pitlochry, creating heavy traffic and safety concerns in nearby villages. Transport Scotland confirmed the A9 was open and the issue, which caused delays and worries for residents, has now been fixed.Key Facts
- Google Maps wrongly showed the A9 road as closed and suggested an alternate route on a small single-track road (U163).
- The affected villages were Ballinluig, Tulliemet, and Guay in Perthshire, Scotland.
- This road is narrow, winding, and not designed for heavy or fast traffic, but campervans, coaches, and cars with trailers used it at high speeds.
- Residents were worried about emergency vehicle access and some could not leave their homes safely.
- The problem began on Friday and continued over the weekend until a campaign group member contacted Google, who then fixed the issue.
- Transport Scotland said it does not directly share information with navigation providers like Google Maps.
- Similar errors have happened before, including incorrect speed limits and false reports of road closures on Google Maps.
- The error caused longer travel times and traffic jams, impacting local residents’ daily activities and commutes.
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