P638M underpass in Cebu City targeted for completion by end-May

THE P638-MILLION underpass along N. Bacalso Avenue in Cebu City is now 87% complete, the Department of Public Works and Highways-Central Visayas (DPWH-7) reported. During the site inspection on Tuesday, DPWH-7 Assistant Regional Director Mario M. Montejo said the project’s construction is on track despite some delays due to rains and a recent typhoon. “On track still, supposed to be the first commitment of the contractor is this month, but because of some delays.. our target now is end of May,” Mr. Montejo said. This date, he added, still within the contract period of WT Construction Inc. The underpass is expected to alleviate the traffic congestion in the city’s southern district. — The Freeman