A newly-widened bridge along Palo-Carigara-Ormoc Road in Barangay Jugaban, Carigara, Leyte has been opened by the Department of Public Works and Highways.
In his report to DPWH Secretary Mark A. Villar, DPWH Region 8 Director Edgar B. Tabacon said the P4.6 million Jugaban Bridge widening and strengthening project has been completed as scheduled by the DPWH Leyte Second District Engineering Office.
“The project which widened the bridge from two (2) lanes to four (4) lanes now facilitate smoother and more convenient travel to locals and visitors of the province,” said Director Tabacon.
Tabacon earlier directed the contractor to expedite works to facilitate timely completion of the project in accordance with the DPWH plans and specifications.
“Until its widening and repair, Jugaban Bridge is one vital bridge along Palo-Carigara-Ormoc Road which is among the busiest highways connecting two key cities in Leyte - Tacloban and Ormoc,” said Director Tabacon.