Motorists can now use Kamuning Flyover again

MANILA: After being closed for a three-month retrofitting activity, the southbound lane of the Kamuning Flyover in Quezon City has been opened.

According to Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) Acting Chairman Atty. Romando Artes, the reopening — conducted yesterday (August 15) was made "ahead of schedule."

The agency noted that the flyover’s retrofitting work started in May, and its initial target completion is October.

“The DPWH was able to finish the flyover’s retrofitting works two months ahead of schedule intended to strengthen and prepare it for potential earthquakes, or the 'Big One',” Artes was quoted as saying.

While the said portion of the major thoroughfare was opened so that motorists can use it, DPWH National Capital Region (NCR) Regional Director Loreta Malaluan noted that there is still continuing work being done under the flyover.

Per MMDA Traffic Engineering Center, approximately 24,000 four-wheeled vehicles and 23,000 motorcycles utilize the flyover’s southbound lanes every day.

Relatedly, the MMDA chief said that other bridges in Metro Manila are also set for reinforcement such as the Guadalupe Bridge and the Magallanes flyover in Makati City.

“Rehabilitation works are ongoing on the Magallanes flyover but only during the night, and no closures have been implemented so as to minimize inconvenience to vehicular traffic,” said Artes. 

He added that the Guadalupe Bridge’s repair is still in the planning stages as a temporary bridge must be constructed to accommodate passing vehicles.

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