The Vernár mountain pass is closed to vehicles over ten meters due to heavy snowfall. Road workers are moving to the scene, the police patrol is regulating traffic. The Prešov Regional Police informs about this on the social network, which asks drivers to be extra careful and respect the instructions on the spot.
According to information at 5:20 p.m. road II/542 in the direction from Slovenská Ves to Magura was impassable. It was closed for both passenger and freight traffic due to adverse weather conditions.
Magura mountain pass was impassable for vehicles over 3.5 tons due to adverse weather conditions and poor roadability. The police advised truck drivers to choose an alternative route. She warned other drivers of the need for increased caution – there is snow and ice on the road and visibility is reduced.
