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Manila North Cemetery roads to close ahead of All Souls' Day
The Manila Public Information Office has announced a series of road closures near Manila North Cemetery in Santa Cruz, starting Friday evening to manage traffic during the All Souls' Day and Saints' Day observance.
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MANILA — Motorists are advised to avoid or prepare for delays on several thoroughfares near Manila North Cemetery in Santa Cruz, as local authorities implement traffic restrictions ahead of the observance of All Souls' Day and Saints' Day.
According to an advisory issued by the Manila Public Information Office (MPIO), the road closures will commence at midnight on Friday, October 30, and are expected to remain in effect through the holiday period. The measure is designed to facilitate the smooth flow of traffic and ensure public safety as thousands of Filipinos visit cemeteries to commemorate deceased loved ones during the traditional observance.
Residents and commuters in the area are encouraged to seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time. The MPIO has not specified an exact timeline for when normal traffic conditions will resume, and motorists are urged to monitor official updates from local government agencies for the latest information regarding road access and public transportation adjustments.
The annual closures reflect the substantial increase in cemetery visitation that occurs during the All Souls' Day period, typically among the busiest travel days of the year in the capital region.