Road 90 has been closed to traffic from Mitzpe Shalem to Ein Gedi following a sinkhole that opened in the road. This was reported by the police, who announced that the sinkhole was identified last night during a routine patrol by traffic officers in the area. According to the police, during the night "there was a deterioration in the development of the sinkhole," which led to a situation assessment that concluded with a decision for a "hermetic closure" of the specified section - until further notice.

