DPWH opening motorist assistance centers in Ilocandia for the holidays

SAN FERNANDO CITY, La Union – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in the Ilocos region will secure and put up motorist assistance stations during the peak Christmas season travel period from December 21 to January 2 next year.

“This is to secure all travelers along the national highways and to provide assistance for better and safer travel,” said DPWH Ilocos regional director Ronnel Tan.

The DPWH will be in close coordination with the Land Transportation Office (LTO), Philippine National Police (PNP) and other government agencies and local government units.

Tan also directed the district engineering offices with an on-going long-term based maintenance projects to properly coordinate with the project engineers of both the Unified Project Management Office (UPMO) and concerned contractors for the scheduling of roadworks.

“There should be no obstructions along the right of way of national highways as this may delay the flow of traffic. Installation of necessary traffic advisory and directional, informative and warning signs should also be undertaken to guide motorists for smooth and safe travel,” said Tan.

Tan’s instruction is in compliance with the directive of DPWH Secretary Mark A. Villar.

DPWH – Ilocos region has 10 district engineering offices in Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Pangasinan and La Union.