Kozhikode: The Thamarassery Ghat Road has been completely closed to traffic until further notice following repeated landslides, District Collector Snehal Kumar Singh announced.
Heavy rains have triggered boulders and mudslides onto the road, forcing a total traffic ban. Only ambulances and emergency vehicles are allowed passage with police permission.
Alternative routes via Lakkidi have been restricted for normal vehicles, while authorities have warned of possible congestion on Kuttiyadi ghat.
Revenue officials, police, fire and rescue teams are coordinating clearing operations. The District Disaster Management Authority has cautioned that there is a risk of further landslides at the Wayanad ghat viewpoint.
Under provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, strict traffic restrictions have been imposed, exempting only essential services like ambulances, hospitals, milk, newspapers, and fuel supply.
Earlier today, more boulders fell onto the ghat road, forcing complete closure. Travelers were stranded for hours. Officials faced criticism for not reaching the site on time despite warnings.
