Increased risk of landslides in mountainous areas of Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan's meteorologists have issued a warning about possible flash floods in the coming days. This was reported by Zamin.uz.

Due to expected precipitation and temperature changes on February 24-25, flash floods may occur in the mountainous regions of the republic. In Tashkent region, the Chotqol mountain range in Bostanliq, Parkent, and Ohangaron districts has been designated as a hazardous area.

In Namangan region, there is a risk of avalanches in Pop district. Additionally, on February 26-27, due to precipitation and temperature changes, there is a possibility of flash floods in the mountainous districts of Kashkadarya, Surkhandarya, Samarkand, Jizzakh, and Tashkent regions.

Specifically, in Kashkadarya region, Dehqonobod, Kitob, Qamashi, Shahrisabz; in Surkhandarya region, Boysun, Qumqo‘rg‘on, Sariosiyo, Uzun; in Samarkand region, Nurobod, Qo‘shrabot, Samarkand, Urgut; and in Jizzakh region, Baxmal, Zomin districts are listed as hazardous areas. Citizens living in mountainous areas, vacationers, and drivers are urged to take precautionary measures.

They should take necessary actions to ensure their safety. Source: One.uz.