Movement on the Transcaucasian Highway in North Ossetia was… (движение · северный · осетия)
Movement on the Transcaucasian Highway in North Ossetia was temporarily suspended due to a landslide and rockfalls, affecting the only road connecting South Ossetia with Russia. The closure occurred between the village of Buron and the Northern Portal of the Rokski Tunnel from July 12 to July 13, 2026.
Consensus
- Movement on the Transcaucasian Highway was suspended due to a landslide.
- The closure affected the section between the village of Buron and the Northern Portal of the Rokski Tunnel.
- All types of motor vehicles were prohibited from traveling on this stretch in both directions.
- The restriction was implemented for safety reasons due to hazardous conditions.
- The closure lasted from 21:30 Moscow time on July 12 until 9:00 Moscow time on July 13, 2026.
- The Transcaucasian Highway is the only road connecting South Ossetia with Russia.
Points of divergence
- The closure was announced at 23:40 on July 13, and restrictions were to remain in place until further notice. — interfax
- The closure started at 21:30 on July 12 and ended at 9:00 on July 13, 2026. The event was caused by a landslide and rockfall. — vesti
- The closure was due to bad weather, including rain and rockfalls, with the restriction lasting until 9:00 on July 13. — kommersant
Coverage (4 sources)
- Transcaucasian Highway in North Ossetia Closed to All Types of Transport — Интерфакс
- Traffic Restricted on Transkam Section in North Ossetia Due to Landslide — Вести
- Traffic temporarily blocked on the only road between Russia and South Ossetia — Коммерсантъ
- Transcaucasian Highway Temporarily Closed to All Types of Transport — Интерфакс