Serious road subsidence appeared on Chuoi slope (Que Phong)
(Baonghean.vn) - A subsidence crack stretching over 60m has caused the road surface of National Highway 16 on Chuoi slope (Que Phong) to sink 25-50cm deep, posing a danger to road users.
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| Authorities are installing warning fences on the collapsed road section. Photo: Ha An |
On the evening of October 17, Mr. Hoang Manh Hung - Head of the DistrictRoad Management DepartmentChau Kim (Nghe An) said, on Chuoi slope at Km 264+700 on National Highway 16, in Chau Kim commune,Que Phong districtA serious road subsidence has just occurred.
The inspection showed that the road subsidence was about 60 - 65m long. The deepest point of subsidence compared to the normal road surface was about 50cm, the lowest point of subsidence was about 25cm. The road surface subsided vertically downwards, not to one side. Currently, the subsidence has not progressed further, vehicles can still pass but with great difficulty.
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| The subsidence on Chuoi slope stretches for dozens of meters. Photo: Ha An |
It is known that there has been heavy rain in this area over the past few days. At the location where the crack appeared, there is underground water flowing. This may be the cause of the serious subsidence of this slope.
According to Chau Kim Road Management Department, before the road subsidence incident occurred, the unit had inspected and submitted a plan to the Vietnam Road Administration for a repair plan. However, before it could be implemented, there was a prolonged heavy rain, causing cracks and subsidence.
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| The crack extends into the mountainous area. Photo: Ha An |
Chuoi Slope is 3 km long, winding, with sharp turns and a very steep slope. This is considered the longest and most dangerous slope in the West.Nghe AnThe appearance of a large crack right on the slope has caused concern among residents and vehicles./.