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Floods swept away a temporary bridge spanning the Tuka River in Barangay Tapian, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte, on Friday, July 10. The bridge linked Sitio Tuka and Sitio Proper and provided residents and motorists with access to West Upi.
Heavy rains had affected the area since the previous day, causing the river to swell and floodwaters to rush through the temporary structure. Photos taken by Eskak, the Tapian Sangguniang Kabataan chairman, show the temporary bridge washed out by the strong current. The river crossing had been used by vehicles, motorcycles, and residents to pass through the area.
The Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office of Datu Odin Sinsuat said the area has been temporarily closed to traffic for the safety of residents. Residents and barangay officials said the unfinished permanent bridge project has become an added burden rather than a help to the community.
A permanent bridge project had already started, and bridge posts had been erected. However, nearly four years later, the project remains unfinished. Only the bridge posts and the now-destroyed temporary crossing can be seen in the area.
Eskak said the residents and barangay officials are now calling on the Department of Public Works and Highways and the Ministry of Public Works of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao to complete the bridge once weather conditions improve.
The original bridge in the area was damaged in 2022 during the onslaught of Typhoon Paeng. The region has been struggling with frequent flooding due to the strong current of the Tuka River.
Residents are worried that the lack of a permanent bridge will further disrupt their daily lives.
The Department of Public Works and Highways and the Ministry of Public Works of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao have yet to release a statement on the situation.
The residents of Maguindanao del Norte are left stranded, waiting for the authorities to complete the permanent bridge project.
Residents are urging the authorities to expedite the construction of the permanent bridge to mitigate further disruptions.
A spokesperson from the Department of Public Works and Highways said they are working on the permanent bridge project and will do their best to complete it as soon as possible.
The region's residents are hoping that the authorities will work together to complete the permanent bridge project to restore connectivity and ease the struggles of the community.
The region has been plagued by frequent flooding, and the lack of a permanent bridge has made it difficult for residents to access essential services.
Residents are calling on the authorities to prioritize the completion of the permanent bridge to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
Maguindanao del Norte residents are left stranded after the temporary bridge was destroyed in the floods. The permanent bridge project was supposed to be completed years ago but remains unfinished.
The Department of Public Works and Highways and the Ministry of Public Works of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao have yet to release a statement on the situation.
The region's residents are hopeful that the authorities will work together to complete the permanent bridge project to restore connectivity and ease the struggles of the community.
Maguindanao del Norte residents are urging the authorities to expedite the construction of the permanent bridge to mitigate further disruptions.
The Department of Public Works and Highways and the Ministry of Public Works of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao will work together to complete the permanent bridge project to restore connectivity and ease the struggles of the community.
The Department of Public Works and Highways and the Ministry of Public Works of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao will prioritize the completion of the permanent bridge project to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
The region's residents are hopeful that the authorities will work together to complete the permanent bridge project to restore connectivity and ease the struggles of the community.
Residents are urging the authorities to prioritize the completion of the permanent bridge project to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
The Department of Public Works and Highways and the Ministry of Public Works of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao will work together to complete the permanent bridge project to restore connectivity and ease the struggles of the community.
Residents are calling on the authorities to prioritize the completion of the permanent bridge project to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
Residents are urging the authorities to expedite the construction of the permanent bridge to mitigate further disruptions.
The Department of Public Works and Highways and the Ministry of Public Works of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao will prioritize the completion of the permanent bridge project to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
Maguindanao del Norte residents are left stranded after the temporary bridge was destroyed in the floods. The permanent bridge project was supposed to be completed years ago but remains unfinished.
Maguindanao del Norte residents are urging the authorities to expedite the construction of the permanent bridge to mitigate further disruptions.
The Department of Public Works and Highways and the Ministry of Public Works of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao will work together to complete the permanent bridge project to restore connectivity and ease the struggles of the community.
Residents are calling on the authorities to prioritize the completion of the permanent bridge project to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
The Department of Public Works and Highways and the Ministry of Public Works of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao will prioritize the completion of the permanent bridge project to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
Residents are urging the authorities to expedite the construction of the permanent bridge to mitigate further disruptions.
Residents are calling on the authorities to prioritize the completion of the permanent bridge project to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.