Heavy rain and flooding prompted the police to close the road to traffic between the Gönyeli roundabout and Kyrenia, as a precautionary measure, TAK news agency reported on Thursday.
A mudslide onto the dual carriageway opposite the Lavinium site created dangerous conditions for drivers, a police statement said.
Motorists travelling towards Kyrenia were advised to use the Gönyeli-Boğaz road. Drivers have also been warned to pay attention and take care when driving through flooded areas of road.
TAK News Agency