Snowfall Continues on Salang Highway; Traffic Remains Smooth

The Ministry of Urban Development announced that snowfall began on the Salang Highway at 8 p.m. last night and continues intermittently. According to the ministry, vehicle traffic is currently moving smoothly, and Salang care and service teams are on-site to assist travelers. The ministry has advised drivers to carry winter equipment, obey traffic rules, and pay attention to highway officers’ warnings. Snowfall on the Salang Highway, one of the main routes connecting northern Afghanistan to Kabul, can negatively impact travel and passenger safety; therefore, observing safety precautions is essential.