The measure is a response to the extreme danger posed by a forest fire that is dangerously approaching the area. According to the Argentine News Agency, the restriction has been in effect since 15:40 for all types of vehicles on the stretch connecting the towns of Epuyén and El Hoyo. Road safety authorities determined that visibility and heat on the road pose an imminent risk to drivers. Safety measures and emergency contacts Due to the severity of the incident, the national body has requested that users strictly follow the instructions of the security forces conducting the preventive control operation in the area. Transit status: Traffic interruption will remain in effect 'until further notice', subject to the evolution of the firefighters' firefighting efforts. Consultation channels: Users can check the status of national roads in real time through the organization's official website or by calling 0800-222-6272. Emergency assistance: Vialidad Nacional maintains its 24/7 assistance line active via Option 1 of the telephone center or via WhatsApp at +54 9 11 2273-4519. This new fire outbreak occurs on a day of extreme temperatures in Patagonia, which complicates the tasks of containing the flames that are already affecting the vegetation along the region's main mountain road.
