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DPWH Flood Mitigation Structures Safeguard Aklan Towns

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed five (5) flood control projects along Aklan River which now serve as defenses against flooding and erosion of river banks in the flood-prone towns of Lezo, Kalibo, and Madalag.

DPWH Region 6 Director Nerie D. Bueno explained that new structures will benefit Aklanons, particularly low-lying communities residing along or near the rivers, especially amidst the rainy season.

DPWH Builds Access Road Leading to Aurora’s Abungan Falls

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has recently constructed a 1.6-lane-kilometer road that now allows better access to Abungan Falls in Dingalan, Aurora.

DPWH Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan, citing a report from DPWH Regional Office 3 Director Roseller A. Tolentino, said that a total of P15.68 million was allocated to complete the access road concreting project in Barangay Ibona.

The newly-built access road enhances the tourism potential of the area by ensuring convenient travel to one of Aurora’s secluded yet most visited destinations.

DPWH Builds Access Road Leading to Aurora’s Abungan Falls

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has recently constructed a 1.6-lane-kilometer road that now allows better access to Abungan Falls in Dingalan, Aurora.

DPWH Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan, citing a report from DPWH Regional Office 3 Director Roseller A. Tolentino, said that a total of P15.68 million was allocated to complete the access road concreting project in Barangay Ibona.

The newly-built access road enhances the tourism potential of the area by ensuring convenient travel to one of Aurora’s secluded yet most visited destinations.

DPWH Chief Meets Business Executives

Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan met with officials of the Makati Business Club (MBC) during a courtesy visit Monday, August 8, 2022 at the DPWH Central Office, Manila.

During the visit, MBC Vice Chair Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala congratulated Secretary Bonoan saying he is the right person for the job as they trust the DPWH Chief’s competence, vast experiences and expertise will bring tangible outcomes in resolving the various challenges facing the country’s infrastructure sector.

Newly-Paved Rural Road Aids Agri-Community in Lubao, Pampanga

Residents and local farmers are reaping the benefits of a newly-paved road built by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in the agricultural community of Barangay San Matias in Lubao, Pampanga.

DPWH Regional Office 3 Director Roseller A. Tolentino said that the upgrading of 264-linear-meter gravel to concrete road in Barangay San Matias will facilitate better accessibility in the area.

Newly-Paved Rural Road Aids Agri-Community in Lubao, Pampanga

Residents and local farmers are reaping the benefits of a newly-paved road built by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in the agricultural community of Barangay San Matias in Lubao, Pampanga.

DPWH Regional Office 3 Director Roseller A. Tolentino said that the upgrading of 264-linear-meter gravel to concrete road in Barangay San Matias will facilitate better accessibility in the area.

World Bank Country Director Visits DPWH Chief, Looks Forward to Work Closely for New Projects

The partnership between the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and World Bank (WB) continues to grow strength as top leaders of the two (2) organization talks anew on several proposed infrastructure projects.

DPWH Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan said that the World Bank Group has expressed their openness to offer financial assistance to support new initiatives of the Department geared towards the upgrading of roads, improvement of school facilities and water resources, and strengthening of resilience against climate change and natural disasters.

National Road Widened to Enhance Mobility in Capiz Towns

Access and mobility in the towns of Pontevedra, Maayon, and Panitan in the province of Capiz is now safer and faster with the completion of the Maayon Junction Bailan Road Widening Project undertaken by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).

The newly-widened 1.3-kilometer national road is now able to accommodate more vehicles, increasing the capacity of the area’s traffic corridor.

With more road space to travel on, the three (3) towns are expected to see an increase in economic activities in the area.

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