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One-way traffic scheme to be implemented in Marikina for Undas

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October 29, 2025

The local government of Marikina will implement a one-way traffic scheme from Oct. 31 to Nov. 3 in preparation for the influx of people visiting public and private cemeteries in the city for the observance of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day.

- By RICHIELYN CANLAS

To ensure smooth traffic flow around cemeteries and minimize inconvenience for motorists and visitors during the observance of Undas, the one-way (eastbound) traffic scheme will be implemented along A. Bonifacio Avenue and Sumulong Highway from 6 a.m. on Oct. 31 until 12 midnight on Nov. 3.

Motorists heading to Loyola Memorial Park or Marikina City Proper are advised to follow the designated routes.

They are also reminded to plan their trips ahead of time, as normal two-way traffic will resume at 12:01 a.m. on Nov. 3.

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