KAGHAN: A Major Landslide near Paras has completely blocked the Kaghan Highway, leaving several tourists and local residents stranded.
The incident occurred as heavy snowfall and intermittent rainfall continued across different parts of the Kaghan Valley.
According to local reports, the landslide disrupted traffic movement and blocked an important road connecting several tourist destinations.
Travellers and residents have been unable to continue their journeys due to debris covering the highway.
The road closure has created difficulties for people travelling through the mountainous region during the ongoing weather conditions.
Major Landslide Disrupts Traffic on Kaghan Highway
The landslide occurred near Paras, a key location along the Kaghan Highway in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Large amounts of debris blocked the road, bringing traffic movement to a complete halt.
Local reports confirmed that several tourists and residents became stranded following the incident.
The highway serves as an important transport route for people travelling between different areas of the Kaghan Valley.
Its closure has affected both tourism activities and daily travel for local communities.
The disruption comes as the region continues to experience changing weather conditions.
Rain and Snowfall Continue Across Kaghan Valley
Intermittent rainfall has been reported in the lower areas of the Kaghan Valley.
Meanwhile, snowfall continues in Naran and other upper regions, bringing colder weather to the mountainous area.
The ongoing weather conditions have created additional challenges for people travelling through the valley.
Rain and snowfall can increase the risk of landslides in mountainous regions, particularly along steep roads.
Wet soil and loose rocks may become unstable during prolonged rainfall.
However, the exact cause of the latest landslide has not been officially confirmed.
The weather situation has also raised concerns about road accessibility in the upper parts of the valley.
NHA Machinery Yet to Reach Affected Location
According to local reports, National Highway Authority (NHA) machinery had not reached the affected site several hours after the incident.
The delay prevented immediate road-clearing operations and prolonged difficulties for stranded travellers.
The highway remained blocked at the time of the initial reports.
Authorities had not provided a confirmed timeline for restoring traffic movement.
The Major Landslide has highlighted the difficulties of maintaining road connectivity during adverse weather conditions in mountainous areas.
Heavy machinery is generally required to remove large rocks, mud, and debris following such incidents.
However, the start of clearance operations has not been confirmed in the available reports.
Tourists and Residents Face Travel Difficulties
The Kaghan Valley attracts visitors because of its mountains, scenic landscapes, and popular tourist destinations.
Naran and surrounding areas have recently experienced snowfall as winter conditions develop across the region.
The latest road closure has disrupted travel plans for people visiting the valley.
Local residents who depend on the highway for transportation have also been affected.
Travellers planning to visit Kaghan or Naran should confirm road conditions before starting their journeys.
Weather conditions in mountainous areas can change quickly, affecting road safety and accessibility.
Further updates are awaited regarding road clearance and the restoration of traffic near Paras.
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For now, the highway blockage remains a major concern for stranded travellers and local communities.
