Avalanche risk declared in Uzbekistan’s mountainous regions

Uzhydromet has issued an avalanche risk warning for several mountainous regions of the country due to expected precipitation and fluctuations in air temperatures.

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According to the agency, the risk period is forecast for January 21–26, 2026, when changing weather conditions may increase the likelihood of snow avalanches in high-altitude areas. Residents of mountainous districts, tourists, and drivers traveling on mountain roads are urged to exercise heightened caution.

The avalanche risk has been announced in the following areas:

Kashkadarya region: Dehqonobod, Kitob, Qamashi, and Shahrisabz districts
Surkhandarya region: Boysun, Qumqorgon, Sariosiyo, and Uzun districts
Samarkand region: Nurobod, Qoshrabot, Samarkand, and Urgut districts
Jizzakh region: Bakhmal and Zomin districts
Tashkent region: Bostanlyk, Parkent, and Ohangaron districts, including the Chatkal mountain range
Namangan region: Pop district

Authorities have called on local residents, visitors, and motorists using these routes to strictly observe safety measures, avoid unnecessary travel in high-risk zones, and follow official guidance throughout the warning period.