A landslide and unstable hillside has closed part of Northeast Washougal River Road until further notice, deputies said Friday.

The Clark County road is closed at about milepost four, the county sheriff's office said in a news release. The closest side street is Northeast Paradise Road.

The sheriff's office said officials will reopen the road when it's safe and encouraged drivers to stay away. The agency announced the closure around 12:30 a.m.

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