Truck loaded with bags of cement flips over, causes traffic jam in Manila

A truck loaded with bags of cement topples in Manila on Thursday, February 9, 2023. Courtesy of MMDA

MANILA, Philippines – A truck loaded with bags of cement toppled in Manila on Thursday morning, causing traffic congestion along the area.

The Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) reported a heavy traffic situation along Aragon-Mendoza Boulevard amid ongoing rescue and clearing operations as the truck overturned on the road at 5:36 a.m.

A cement-loaded truck topples in Manila on Thursday, February 9, 2023. Courtesy of MMDA

Traffic management authorities advised motorists to use an alternate route since only two lanes were passable to vehicles due to the accident. — Niña Cuasay, trainee

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