The closure is necessary to allow the contractor working on the Muyembe-Nakapiripirit road project to intervene and restore connectivity. Road users are advised to utilize alternative routes until the situation is resolved.
KAMPALA, UGANDA – APRIL 30, 2024 – Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) has announced a temporary road closure at Chepsukunya bridge along the Muyembe-Nakapiripirit road due to heavy rains and flash floods in the area.
According to a statement released by UNRA on Tuesday, April 30, the closure is necessary to allow the contractor working on the Muyembe-Nakapiripirit road project to intervene and restore connectivity. Road users are advised to utilize alternative routes until the situation is resolved.
“The temporary closure is necessary to allow our contractor to intervene and restore connectivity,” said UNRA. “We urge all road users to utilize alternative routes until the situation is resolved.
The recommended diversions are via Nakapiripirit-Amudat-Karita-Chepsukunya-Mbale or Nakapiripirit-Moroto-Soroti-Mbale.
“Our contractor is working to widen the water path and install culverts to improve road accessibility,” added UNRA.
The contractor is working to widen the water path and install culverts to improve road accessibility.
“We apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate the public’s cooperation during this time. We are working to restore connectivity as soon as possible and will provide updates on the status of the road closure and restoration efforts. In the meantime, road users are advised to plan their journeys accordingly and follow the recommended alternative routes.”
UNRA said it will provide updates on the status of the road closure and restoration efforts..
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