The Ministry of Public Works and Communications (MOPC) informs citizens that, as Preventive measure The Provisional tunnel closure of the Avenida Las Américas due to intense rainfall that affect the great Santo Domingo, province declared on a red alert by the Emergency Operations Center (COE) as a result of a Vaguada.
This decision is intended protect security of conductors and pedestrians, avoiding incidents derived from the water accumulation in the infrastructure.
Alternate routes
He MOPCin coordination with the General Directorate of Traffic and Land Transportation (DIGESETT), it has arranged alternate routes and deviations in the area to guarantee mobility and minimize the setbacks in the circulation.
The tunnel will be reopened as soon the climatic conditions allow a safe operation. Meanwhile, the ministry remains in Permanent monitoring With brigades on the ground.
He MOPC urges drivers to circulate prudence, attend to Traffic signals and follow the Indications of the authorities.
