NLEX, SCTEX now fully passable

NLEX Corp. said Tuesday that all toll plazas and entry/exit ramps for the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX), Subic-Clark Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX),and Connector Road are now fully open after floodwaters subsided in Valenzuela and Meycauyan areas, according to a report by Manila Standard.

“We thank the public for their patience and cooperation as we work to ensure everyone’s safety. Rest assured that safety remains our top priority, and we are working closely with relevant government agencies and LGUs to provide long-term solutions to the flooding,” NLEX said in a statement.

“We encourage our motorists to monitor official weather bulletins and avoid non-essential travel during this time,” it said.

The continuous rains brought by Tropical Depression Crising and the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) caused the surrounding rivers and creeks in Valenzuela and Meycauyan to overflow on Monday.

It resulted in flooding at certain portions of NLEX, despite the continuous operations of pumping stations.

These led to the temporary closures of Balintawak Cloverleaf and the Valenzuela Northbound and Southbound portions, including several expressway entry and exit points.

NLEX said it immediately deployed teams to monitor the situation, assess water levels and provide on-site assistance. Patrol and emergency teams were mobilized to open U-turn slots and redirect vehicles to safer routes.