Navotas City’s Marala Bridge is temporarily closed to the public as of June 29, 2026 due to the collapse of an electric post. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE NAVOTAS CITY PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICE

MANILA, Philippines — The Marala Bridge in Navotas City was temporarily closed to all types of vehicles on Monday night, June 29, after an electric post collapsed, local authorities said.

In an advisory issued at 7:28 p.m., the local government said motorists should avoid the area and take alternative routes to prevent traffic congestion while authorities respond to the incident.

The city government said the incident had already been reported to Manila Electric Company, and the company’s response crew was already on its way to the site.

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