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Cordillera’s Roads Now 98% Paved, Boosting Regional Connectivity and Economy
In a significant development for the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), 98% of its 2,379 kilometers of roads are now paved, a milestone celebrated during the 37th anniversary of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Baguio City. This achievement marks a dramatic improvement from 1988, when only 23% of the region’s roads were…
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98% of Cordillera Roads Now Paved, Enhancing Regional Connectivity and Economy
In a significant development for the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), approximately 98% of its 2,379 kilometers of roads have been paved, a milestone celebrated during the 37th anniversary of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Baguio City. This achievement marks a dramatic increase from 1988, when only 23% of the region’s roads…
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Earthquake-Induced Damage Restricts Traffic on Key Southern Leyte Bridge
Following a significant earthquake of magnitude 5.8 on January 23, 2025, the Liloan Bridge in Southern Leyte, a crucial link between Luzon and Mindanao, has been subjected to stringent load restrictions by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). The earthquake caused a noticeable gap in the bridge’s steel expansion joint, leading to the…
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Pangasinan’s P96.5-M Riverbank Protection Project Nears Completion by 2025
In Malasiqui, Pangasinan, a significant flood mitigation effort is underway along the Balincaguing River in Burgos town. The PHP96.5-million riverbank protection project, specifically in Segment A of Barangay Anapao, is on track to be finalized by the third quarter of 2025. The initiative, which began construction on November 27, 2024, is part of the Department…
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DPWH Completes and Hands Over Multi-Purpose Facility and Drainage System in North Cotabato
In a significant boost to local infrastructure, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) 3rd Cotabato Engineering District has completed and transferred a multi-purpose facility and a drainage system to the local government of Carmen, North Cotabato. The handover took place on Monday, January 20, 2025, marking a new chapter for the region’s development.…
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DPWH Finishes P48.9-M Flood Defense Project in Hermosa, Bataan
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has successfully completed a significant flood control initiative in Hermosa, Bataan, enhancing safety for local residents and agricultural lands. The project, valued at PHP48.9 million, was detailed in a report to DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan by DPWH Region 3 Director Roseller Tolentino. The effort focused on reinforcing…
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DPWH Advances Scenic Coastal Road Development in Camarines Sur
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has made significant progress on the Junction Nato-Sabang Coastal Road Project, enhancing the scenic drive along the coastlines of San Jose and Sagñay in Camarines Sur. According to DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, who referenced a report from DPWH Region 5 Director Virgilio Eduarte, the project has seen…
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President Marcos Urges Swift Completion of Leyte Tide Embankment Project
During a visit to Burauen, Leyte, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. emphasized the urgent need to complete the long-standing Leyte Tide Embankment Project. Speaking at Burauen Community College, the President highlighted the project’s importance in enhancing the nation’s ability to withstand natural disasters, particularly by protecting coastal communities from large waves. Marcos noted that over…
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DPWH Pushes Forward with Infrastructure Upgrades in Manila and Muntinlupa
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is set to enhance the infrastructure in Manila and Muntinlupa through ongoing drainage and rehabilitation projects. The DPWH-North Manila District Engineering Office announced that drainage construction will commence on Friday along A.H. Lacson Avenue’s southbound inner lane, extending from Earnshaw Street. This project will involve a partial…
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DPWH to Enhance Infrastructure in Manila and Muntinlupa with Ongoing Projects
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has announced the continuation of essential drainage and rehabilitation projects in Manila and Muntinlupa. The DPWH-North Manila District Engineering Office (NMDEO) and DPWH-Las Piñas Muntinlupa District Engineering Office (LPMDEO) have detailed their plans through social media updates. In Manila, the construction of drainage systems will commence on…
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