UNDER REPAIR. The Lagusnilad vehicular underpass fronting the Manila City Hall leading to Taft Avenue will be closed for four months for rehabilitation, announced the local government on Monday (May 1, 2023). From May 2 until the planned reopening in September, motorists hope authorities will work on the uneven pavement, potholes and flooding problem. (PNA photo by Yancy Lim)
MANILA – The rehabilitation of Lagusnilad vehicular underpass will start on Tuesday (May 2), the City of Manila said.
The underpass will be partially closed during rehabilitation, which is expected to be completed after four months.
“Motorists are advised that the Lagusnilad Vehicular Underpass will have a partial road closure starting May 2, 2023,” said lawyer Princess Abante, spokesperson of Manila Mayor Maria Sheilah “Honey” Lacuna-Pangan in an advisory.
“This is to ensure the safe and efficient rehabilitation of the underpass, for at least 4 months or until September 2023,” she added.
At the same time, the Manila local government advised motorists bound for Taft Avenue to take alternate routes as traffic is expected when the works start.
Lacuna-Pangan will lead the the groundbreaking ceremony of rehabilitation project on Tuesday at 8:30 a.m.
The vehicular underpass is located in front of the Manila City Hall. (PNA)
