BP Highway: Night Travel Banned Due to Ongoing Rainfall and Flood Risk

The BP Highway is experiencing ongoing disruptions due to persistent rainfall and flooding, particularly affecting the Roshi River area. Temporary diversions have been washed away, and the District Security Committee has implemented an indefinite ban on nighttime travel to mitigate accident risks. Travelers are strongly advised to postpone journeys unless absolutely necessary and to travel only during daylight hours, after checking road conditions with police or local authorities. ## Latest Update The District Security Committee has imposed an indefinite ban on nighttime travel along the BP Highway due to increased risks from adverse weather conditions. Travelers are urged to postpone journeys unless absolutely necessary and to contact authorities for the latest road conditions before traveling. ## Timeline * **2026-03-21:** Heavy rain caused flooding in the Roshi River, blocking the BP Highway. The affected section had been temporarily restored after previous damage. * **2026-04-19:** The BP Highway was blocked again after flooding in the Roshi River washed away temporary diversions. * **2026-05-06:** Authorities urged the public to avoid the BP Highway and travel only if necessary during daytime due to unseasonal rainfall and disruptions. Nighttime travel was banned indefinitely. ## What to Watch * Continued rainfall could lead to further road closures and travel delays. * Monitor weather forecasts and road condition updates from local authorities before planning travel. * Consider alternative routes if possible, and ensure vehicles are properly maintained for challenging road conditions.