Landslide on Miaoli County Route 61; Traffic Diverted to Route 62
A landslide caused by continuous rainfall has blocked both directions of Miaoli County Route 61 in Dahu Township. Dahu Township Chief Huang Hui-chin stated that engineering crews have been dispatched for clearance, urging residents heading to Dananshi to use Route 62 as an alternative and to stay alert to road conditions.
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(Central News Agency, Reporter Guan Ruiping, Miaoli County, 12th) A landslide occurred today on the section of Miaoli County Route 61 leading to Xianglin in Dahu Township, blocking traffic in both directions. Dahu Township Chief Huang Hui-chin stated that engineering personnel have been dispatched for clearance and reminded residents heading to Dananshi to take an alternate route via County Route 62 and to pay constant attention to road conditions.
Huang Hui-chin indicated that due to consecutive days of rainfall, the soil in the mountainous area has become loose, leading to the landslide and rockfall on Route 61. She urged local residents traveling through this section to be highly vigilant, slow down, and pay attention to on-site traffic control and safety warnings. Noting that Route 61 has experienced similar disruptions from rockfalls in the past, she advised residents to avoid this section unless absolutely necessary and to stay updated on the latest road information.
Huang said that the risk of landslides on mountain roads is higher after rain, and the possibility of further rockfalls cannot be ruled out. She advised residents heading to Dananshi, Daxing Village, and Zhongxing Village to detour to County Route 62 and then connect to County Route 62-1, the Qing'an to Madou'an Road.
The large amount of earth and rock that slid down from the mountain wall is initially estimated to be about 15 meters long and 3 meters high, including boulders weighing several tons. This has not only severely blocked two-way traffic on Route 61 but also crushed a concrete utility pole by the roadside, leaving wires hanging dangerously. Police have set up traffic cones and warning lights at the scene and are guiding motorists to detour early. (Editor: Huang Mingxi) 1150612
Huang Hui-chin indicated that due to consecutive days of rainfall, the soil in the mountainous area has become loose, leading to the landslide and rockfall on Route 61. She urged local residents traveling through this section to be highly vigilant, slow down, and pay attention to on-site traffic control and safety warnings. Noting that Route 61 has experienced similar disruptions from rockfalls in the past, she advised residents to avoid this section unless absolutely necessary and to stay updated on the latest road information.
Huang said that the risk of landslides on mountain roads is higher after rain, and the possibility of further rockfalls cannot be ruled out. She advised residents heading to Dananshi, Daxing Village, and Zhongxing Village to detour to County Route 62 and then connect to County Route 62-1, the Qing'an to Madou'an Road.
The large amount of earth and rock that slid down from the mountain wall is initially estimated to be about 15 meters long and 3 meters high, including boulders weighing several tons. This has not only severely blocked two-way traffic on Route 61 but also crushed a concrete utility pole by the roadside, leaving wires hanging dangerously. Police have set up traffic cones and warning lights at the scene and are guiding motorists to detour early. (Editor: Huang Mingxi) 1150612
FAQ
Why is Route 61 closed?
Due to a landslide caused by continuous rainfall.
How can I get to Dananshi?
Detour to Route 62 and then connect to Route 62-1.
When will the road be reopened?
Clearance work is underway, but the completion time is unknown.