Karnah,: The Karnah-Chowkibal road remains under heavy snow as Sadhna Top records seven feet of snowfall. While the avalanche warning level has reduced from 4 to 3 today, the risk remains high. Beacon 109 RCC continues its efforts to restore connectivity despite challenging conditions.
Officials have declared the Chowkibal-NC Pass-SM Hill-Tangdhar road as “Red”, meaning it remains unsafe for movement due to a significant avalanche threat. However, clearance has begun in zones where the risk is minimal.
“If the weather remains stable, clearance operations will resume early tomorrow morning,” said officials, stressing that all work depends on the avalanche warning level and safety conditions.
Ongoing Snow Clearance Operations:
Teepee to Chowkibal road has been cleared.
– Tangdhar to 46 kilometers.
– SM Hill to Tangdhar.
– Degree College to Tangdhar Helipad.
Authorities have urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel and follow safety advisories as operations continue.