Marcos Bridge Closure Postponed Anew

The closure and rehabilitation work on the eastbound portion of the Marcos Bridge has been deferred anew--this time, "until further notice."

The rehabilitation program shall supposedly start after being rescheduled from May 4 to May 11.

In a statement, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) said the private contractors of the Marcos Bridge Rehabilitation project failed to install signage and carry out the necessary preparations for the agreed traffic rerouting plan in the area that might cause traffic chaos should the project push through.

MMDA General Manager Jojo Garcia said that the agency will meet with the contractor again next week for an update on the preparations for the agency to decide when the repair will start.