Storm Warning: Snow Avalanches May Occur on Ala-Bel and Chon-Ashuu Passes from January 27 to 29

Елена Краснова • 27.01.2026, 12:15 • Ecology

According to the forecast, from January 27 to 29, precipitation is expected in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan, which may lead to avalanches and the formation of snow drifts, as well as icy conditions on certain sections of the roads. This is reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

On the sections of the Bishkek—Osh road (Ala-Bel pass, Chychkan gorge), avalanches may occur at kilometers 198-255, as well as at kilometers 45-90 of the Karakol—Enilchek road (Chon-Ashuu pass).

The Ministry of Emergency Situations strongly recommends that drivers maintain a distance of 500 meters between vehicles on the specified sections of the roads.

Storm Warning: Snow Avalanches May Occur on Ala-Bel and Chon-Ashuu Passes from January 27 to 29

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