MMDA warns road closures during Holy Week

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) advised motorists to avoid certain Metro Manila areas during Holy Week due to continuous road repairs by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).

Road work will start at 11 p.m. on Holy Wednesday, April 16, until 5 a.m. on April 21.

Motorists are advised to use alternate routes such as Mabuhay Lanes during this period.

Affected areas include Quirino Highway in Quezon City and Magallanes Flyover in Makati City, with full closures at the C5 Ortigas flyover and Ortigas C5 Interchange in Pasig City.

Malacañang declared Maundy Thursday (April 17) and Good Friday (April 18) as regular holidays, while April 19, Black Saturday, is a special non-working day.