The Manila Police District (MPD) is urging motorists to plan their trips early and take alternate routes to avoid congestion during Undas 2025 (All Saints’ and All Souls’ Days).
Several road closures and rerouting schemes will be in effect from 10 p.m. on Oct. 30 until 7 p.m. on Nov. 3 to manage the influx of visitors heading to the Manila North Cemetery and nearby memorial parks.
ROAD CLOSURES
The following roads will be closed to vehicular traffic during the said period:
– Blumentritt Street (A. Bonifacio Avenue to Aurora Boulevard)
– Dimasalang Street (Retiro Street to Calavite Street)
– Maceda Street (Makiling Street to Dimasalang Street)
– Southbound lane of Dimasalang Bridge
– Aurora Boulevard (Felix Huertas Road to Matandang Sora, Chinese Cemetery South Gate)
REROUTING OF VEHICLES
To ease congestion and maintain smooth traffic flow, the following rerouting schemes will be implemented:
– Vehicles from Dimasalang Road intending to use Blumentritt Road shall turn right to Makiling Street.
– Vehicles from Quezon City using A. Bonifacio Avenue shall turn left to Labo Street.
– Vehicles from Maceda Street intending to access Dimasalang or Retiro Streets shall turn right to Makiling Street.
DESIGNATED PARKING AREAS
Motorists visiting the Manila North and Chinese Cemeteries may park in the following areas:
– P. Guevarra Street (Blumentritt Road to Aurora Boulevard)
– Felix Huertas Street (Blumentritt Road to Aurora Boulevard)
– Oroquieta Street (Blumentritt Road to Aurora Boulevard)
The MPD Traffic Enforcement Unit reminds the public to observe traffic signs and follow the directions of marshals stationed in the area.
This advisory is part of the city’s comprehensive traffic management plan to ensure a safe and orderly observance of Undas, when thousands are expected to visit cemeteries across Manila. (Diann Calucin)
