Clearing operations are underway along the Abra de Ilog-Puerto Galera Road, particularly at a major landslide near Wild Trek Resort, authorities said on Monday evening (Aug. 24).
Abra de Ilog is in Occidental Mindoro while Puerto Galera is in Oriental Mindoro.
Motorists and travelers are still being advised to avoid the affected portion unless necessary.
Abra de Ilog Mayor Maria Gloria Montenegro Constantino urged motorists who need to travel through the area to exercise caution, drive slowly and follow instructions from barangay officials and personnel conducting the clearing operations.
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) responded promptly to a request from Oriental Mindoro Rep. Odie F. Tarriela to remove the road obstruction and the restore safe passage.