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Floating bridge opens in Tarlac

Ric Sapnu - The Philippine Star
October 13, 2026 | 12:00am
Floating bridge opens in Tarlac
The temporary floating bridge at the Tarlac River is now operational.
Tarlac City Information Office

SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Philippines — The temporary pontoon bridge installed adjacent to the collapsed Aquino Bridge in Tarlac City has been opened for public use last week.

Mayor Susan Yap all safety measures and reinforcements were completed by the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority personnel on Oct. 8.

Yap reminded pedestrians to be careful and courteous in crossing the floating structure, which serves people going to and from the city’s western and Poblacion side.

The floating bridge crosses the Tarlac River.

Pedestrians can cross the pontoon bridge until 8 p.m. only.

TARLAC CITY

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