TACLOBAN CITY— Representatives from the Tacloban City District Engineering Office (TCDEO), Philippine National Police (PNP) Abucay, Tacloban City Traffic Management Enforcement and Control Office (Tomeco), and Barangay 94 gathered on January 14, 2025, to address the safety concerns following the recent incident on Tigbao Bypass Road.
The meeting was held at Barangay 94, Tigbao, and Tacloban City. Among the TCDEO representatives present were Maintenance Section Chief Engr. Charlie B. Tampil, accompanied by Engrs. Rey P. Jecino and Elizar Jerome Baclea-an.
Despite the presence of safety warnings on the Tigbao Bypass Road and the preventive measures implemented by the TCDEO, there were still accidents recorded, raising concerns about the safety of the area. In response, the meeting identified the need for additional interventions to improve road safety.
A significant outcome of the meeting was the agreement to propose the construction of a traffic island along the Tigbao Bypass Road. This measure aims to improve traffic flow and reduce the likelihood of further accidents. Hence, Barangay Tigbao, through the council, will draft a formal resolution to be forwarded to the CDEO, requesting immediate action.
Engr. Tampil, the Maintenance Section Chief of TCDEO, emphasized the agency’s commitment to address the issue, stating, “We recognize the urgency of improving safety on the Tigbao Bypass Road. Our office is prepared to act swiftly upon the resolution’s approval, and we are determined to implement measures that will make this road safer for all motorists.” (PUBLIC INFORMATION UNIT)
