Four-Car Crash on Snowy Pal Arinsal Descent

A multiple-vehicle collision involving four cars occurred on Friday on the descent from Pal Arinsal, amid low temperatures and snow accumulation on the road.

Witnesses reported that the incident began when one car skidded out of control and struck the other vehicles travelling in the same stretch. The crash caused temporary disruptions to traffic, with several vehicles stopped on the road in conditions heavily impacted by snow.

Images from the scene showed the four cars involved, some partially blocking the lane, as security forces and emergency services worked to secure the area and manage traffic flow. The road surface was slippery, with snow buildup along the edges and verges.

In the same section, traffic services responded to another car that became stuck off the roadway, partially buried in snow and unable to rejoin the carriageway due to ice and snowdrifts. This highlighted the circulation challenges in the area.

The events unfolded against a backdrop of adverse weather conditions that had been forecast. The National Meteorological Service had warned of snowfall above 1,500 metres and the risk of black ice, particularly in high mountain zones and exposed roads.