Forwarded Message: Eastern Region Branch, Directorate General of Highways – Secretariat Press Release

Provincial Highway 8 (Central Cross-Island Highway) Disaster Prevention Drill on March 4, 2026 

Both directions closed from 170 km to 178 km

With the flood season approaching, the Eastern Region Branch of the Directorate General of Highways, Taroko Section, will conduct a disaster prevention and emergency response drill to strengthen highway disaster preparedness.

The drill is scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, 2026 (10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.) at the Jiuqudong Tunnel (173.5 km) section of Provincial Highway 8 (Central Cross-Island Highway).

During this period, both directions of traffic will be closed between Heliu (170 km) and Buluowan (178 km). Traffic control or reopening will be implemented in accordance with the actual progress of the drill.

Motorists are advised to plan their trips in advance and follow on-site traffic control instructions when passing through the area. We apologize for any inconvenience caused during the exercise.

The Directorate General of Highways reminds road users traveling in mountainous areas to check traffic conditions before departure, allow extra travel time, and cooperate with traffic control measures to avoid delays. As mountain road conditions can change rapidly, travelers are encouraged to prepare alternative plans.

For the latest road information, please visit the Directorate General of Highways’ Intelligent Provincial Highway Real-Time Information Service website:
https://168.thb.gov.tw

or download the “Happy Highway” App. Please also stay tuned to traffic broadcasts.

The Directorate General of Highways wishes you a safe journey.

Responsible Unit: Taroko Section
Road Condition Inquiry Hotline: +886-3-9962683
Contact Person: Section Chief Chang Pei-yun (+886-3-8610775)