Rte. 167 reopens to traffic in Comerío after landslide

The emergency mitigation and reopening of highway PR-167 in Comerío following a landslide consisted of controlled demolitions and removal of rocky material to stabilize the impacted land.

By The Star Staff

The Highways and Transportation Authority (ACT by its initials in Spanish) reopened highway PR-167 in Comerío to traffic on Thursday after completing mitigation work due to a landslide.

The reopening was carried out with precautionary measures and signage, so drivers were urged to travel carefully and follow the instructions of staff posted in the affected area.

The emergency project involved an investment of $2,234,725 and consisted of controlled demolitions and removal of rocky material to stabilize the impacted land.

The ACT said the work in the area will continue while a permanent mitigation project is developed.