NEWS- The Uganda Traffic Police have announced the half closure of the Kampala-Masaka road as the road caved in at the Busega roundabout section.
In a statement released by the Public Relations Officer of the Uganda Traffic Police SP Michael Kananura, it is said that the force in collaboration with UNRA Engineers, are currently evaluating the extent of the damage.
“The Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety informs the general public that the road between Busega roundabout and Kyengera has partially caved in, and the traffic police, along with UNRA Engineers, are assessing the damage,” stated SP Kananura.
Motorists heading towards Masaka are advised to take alternative routes to avoid congestion. They can use Nakawuka Road at Natete Traffic lights or Mityana road until the Uganda National Roads Authority provides further guidance.
The Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) in a statement have pointed out that erosion has been identified as the main cause leading to significant damage of approximately 1.5 meters of the road pavement near the embankment.
The trigger for this unforeseen disaster lies in the escalating water levels within the Lubigi swamp area.
“We have taken measures to secure the site and have cordoned off the affected area working with the Uganda Police Force. Our team is currently mobilizing to restore this section of the road as quickly as possible. We kindly request all road users to drive carefully and adhere to the traffic guidelines in place,” UNRA said in a statement on Wednesday.
