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SAGAING DIVISION- According to the People’s Administrative Organization of Pale Township, Yinmabin, revolutionary groups have assisted in the road blockage on the Pale-Gantgaw highway due to landslides.
After it rained continuously since September 4, the land collapsed near 51 mileposts of the highway on September 8, making it difficult for vehicles to travel.
“Because it’s a mountain road and due to heavy rains, the landslide occurred. The road was completely blocked and impossible to drive through yesterday (September 8). The cars that were submerged in the mud had to be pushed out with difficulty,” said Mr. Zaw Htet, in charge of Pale People’s Administrative Body (PAB).
It is reported that the muddy areas of the road are hardened (being repaired with machinery) and allow small cars and large cars to pass through alternately.
This section of the road was damaged for the first time on August 22, and a detour was constructed to allow emergency passage of passenger vehicles and trucks. It was damaged again for the second time due to the continuous rain.
Mr. Zaw Htet also said that the damaged road is being repaired for emergency use (by the People Defense Forces and the People Administrative Forces) but funds and technical assistance are needed to make it a road that can be used for long-term travel and requested support from public.