A major landslide blocks highway connectivity between two provinces, disrupting travel and trade routes in the affected region. The incident occurred early Monday morning after continuous heavy rainfall triggered massive soil and rock movement, leaving the main highway impassable.
According to local authorities, the landslide blocks highway connectivity between two provinces for several hours, stranding hundreds of vehicles on both sides. Rescue teams and heavy machinery were immediately deployed to clear the debris and restore traffic flow. However, officials warned that the process might take more than a day due to the scale of the blockage.
Eyewitnesses reported that the landslide hit without warning, covering a large section of the highway with mud and boulders. Fortunately, no casualties were reported, but a few vehicles narrowly escaped being buried under falling debris.
Provincial disaster management officials stated that the landslide blocks highway connectivity between two provinces linking key northern and southern regions. This route is vital for the transport of food, fuel, and construction materials. The closure has raised concerns among traders and commuters who rely on this road daily.
Engineers are assessing the stability of the surrounding slopes to prevent further incidents. Authorities have advised travelers to avoid unnecessary movement and use alternate routes where possible. Weather experts predict more rainfall in the coming days, which could delay the clearance operation.
Local residents expressed frustration over repeated landslides in the area, blaming poor drainage systems and lack of preventive infrastructure. Officials, however, assured that long-term measures would be taken to strengthen vulnerable slopes and improve early warning systems.
The incident serves as another reminder of the growing environmental challenges in mountainous regions. Experts believe that deforestation and unplanned construction have increased the risk of such disasters.
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