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Traffic Resumes After Rockfall Blocks Road in Surkhandarya

Traffic Resumes After Rockfall Blocks Road in Surkhandarya
Traffic Resumes After Rockfall Blocks Road in Surkhandarya / Photo: Hokimiyat of Surkhandarya region.

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — Traffic has been fully restored on road 75V040 in Uzun District, Surkhandarya Region, following a rockfall. No injuries or vehicle damage were reported, the regional administration said.

The rockfall occurred at around 3:30 a.m. on 24 October on the section between kilometres 21 and 22 of the road.

Personnel from the district emergency department and road maintenance service were dispatched to the site, along with specialised equipment.

The road section was completely cleared of rocks by 7:30 a.m., allowing traffic to resume.

Drivers have been urged to exercise caution on mountain roads, pay attention to road signs and follow safety requirements.

Anvar Umarov
Anvar Umarov

Anvar Umarov is the founder and editor-in-chief of UzDaily, a leading business and news publication covering Uzbekistan and Central Asia. With over 20 years of experience in journalism, he has also worked as a PR manager for both state and private organizations, bringing a broad perspective on media, communications, and public affairs to his editorial leadership.