Traffic: Südosttangente closed due to fire 03.07.2026

The Südosttangente (A23) in Vienna is closed in both directions due to a fire in an adjacent warehouse. The section between the Kaisermühlen junction and the Stadlauer Tunnel is affected. The Vienna Professional Rescue Service confirmed that there were no injuries. The fire department is deployed in force to combat the flames. The Radio Wien traffic service recommends that drivers use the A22 and Wagramer Straße as alternative routes. The cause of the fire remains unclear; authorities have launched an investigation. The closure is causing significant traffic disruptions throughout eastern Vienna, particularly during rush hour. Commuters should expect long traffic jams and delays. Police are asking motorists to bypass the area widely. Further details regarding the incident are expected shortly. The situation remains tense as emergency services work under high pressure to extinguish the fire and clear the roadway.














