MANILA, Philippines — Buses can once again pass through Culiat Bridge II in Quezon City starting Saturday, Nov. 7, after the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) completed repairs on damage caused by a fire on July 11, 2026.
Announcing the reopening to buses, DPWH Secretary Giovanni Lopez ordered the removal of the gantry that held the ‘Open to light vehicles’ signage positioned on the bridge.
“Based on testing and analytical road rating, buses are now permitted to cross following the bridge's reopening to light vehicles on July 27,” Lopez said.
“Trucks, however, remain prohibited while the public works department conducts further assessment to ensure the bridge's integrity can withstand their weight,” he said.
For safe travel, the public was urged to follow DPWH advisories as the agency continues its evaluation of the bridge’s structure, he said.
This came following the directive of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to ensure that major roads and bridges are sturdy and in good condition.
Former DPWH secretary Vince Dizon inspected the bridge located along Congressional Avenue with Mayor Joy Belmonte after it was damaged by fire that destroyed 46 houses underneath the bridge.
