Pre-CNY traffic jam

Most parents have not settled into the routine of new Year 1 students yet, heck I'm not even settled for my princess' pickup routine. Yet we are also grappling with problem of influx of peeps pre-CNY. Cannot understand why there are so many cars on the road at all times. This morning the traffic jam even started at 7am! Whole main road outside jammed up. Luckily I'm just on my way home and I gave up picking up breakfast on the way (+_+)