Manila announces road closures for PH Marathon

The Power of Manila Announcing Road Closures for PH Marathon

As we approach the Philippine Marathon on February 22nd, the City of Manila government has announced road closures to ensure a safe and enjoyable event for participants and spectators. In this blog post, we'll provide you with essential information about these road closures and offer tips on how to navigate the city during the marathon.

Road Closures What You Need to Know

Starting at 11 PM on Saturday, several major thoroughfares will be closed. These include

1. The southbound lane of Roxas Boulevard from P. Ocampo Street to Katigbak Drive
2. The northbound lane of Roxas Boulevard from Pres. Quirino Avenue to Katigbak Drive
3. Bonifacio Drive from Anda Circle to Katigbak Drive
4. P. Burgos Avenue from Roxas Boulevard to Jones Bridge
5. Finance Road from P. Burgos Avenue to Taft Avenue
6. Ma. Orosa Street from P. Burgos Avenue to Kalaw Avenue
7. Muralla Street from Sta. Lucia Street to A. Soriano Avenue
8. Sta. Lucia Street from Muralla Street to A. Soriano Avenue
9. The eastbound lane of A. Soriano Avenue from Muralla-Solana Streets to Anda Circle
10. Jones Bridge
11. Magallanes Drive fronting Post Office from MacArthur Bridge (southbound) to Jones Bridge (northbound)
12. Magallanes Drive fronting the Bureau of Immigration
13. The westbound lane of T. M. Kalaw Avenue from M. H. Del Pilar Street to Roxas Boulevard
14. The westbound lane of Pres. Quirino Avenue to Adriatico Street to Roxas Boulevard

Rerouting Measures Your Best Bet

To minimize inconvenience, the Manila Public Information Office (PIO) has implemented rerouting measures for motorists. For vehicles coming from

MacArthur and Quezon bridges heading to the southbound lane of Roxas Boulevard, take P. Burgos Avenue and proceed to Taft Avenue
Westbound Kalaw Avenue bound for Roxas Boulevard southbound, turn left onto M.H. Del Pilar Street
Ma. Orosa and A. Mabini Street, turn right onto Kalaw Avenue and continue to Taft Avenue
U.N. Avenue intending to use Roxas Boulevard, turn left or right onto the Roxas Boulevard service road

Tips for Navigating the City

To avoid inconvenience during the marathon, we recommend

Planning your trip ahead of time and taking alternative routes when possible
Leaving early to account for potential traffic congestion
Following traffic signs and directions from authorities
Using ride-hailing services or carpooling if possible

Conclusion

With these road closures in place, we're excited to host the Philippine Marathon on February 22nd. By planning ahead and taking alternative routes, you can enjoy the event while minimizing inconvenience. Remember to follow traffic signs and directions from authorities, and have a safe and enjoyable day!

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CEO / Co-Founder

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