Overhanging tree branches are causing significant traffic delays on the A50 highway near Wolfheze, Netherlands, as they obstruct the view of safety cameras. The crucial rush-hour lane remains closed until visibility is fully restored, but quick pruning is not possible due to mandatory ecological assessments required by Dutch regulations. Rijkswaterstaat (the Dutch road authority) expects the lane will remain closed for at least two weeks, as an ecologist must first assess the situation, followed by scheduling of work and traffic management. The issue began on August 10th and impacts both morning and evening commutes, even during the summer holiday period. The closure prevents traffic controllers from adequately monitoring the lane and emergency stopping areas, compromising safety. Rijkswaterstaat acknowledges the frustration, noting this is a recurring problem that happened last year, and is now under internal review.