Traffic flow has improved at the busy Mayombo–MH Del Pilar–Perez junction in Dagupan City after long-delayed road works were completed, bringing relief to motorists and public transport drivers who struggled with flooding and congestion in the area in 2025.

In July 2025, the unfinished road ramp caused serious difficulty for vehicles passing through the junction, especially tricycles. Drivers said flooding often forced them to slow down or stop, damaging their vehicles in the process.

Alvin Cerezo, a tricycle driver, said his tricycle stalled frequently at the flooded portion of the road, forcing him to replace parts several times.

“Hirap talaga dati sa pag-akyat, mababalahaw at mababalahaw ka diyan, kawawa ang sasakyan,” Cerezo said.

The Dagupan City government has since completed the road repairs. Authorities said both lanes are now usable, easing traffic buildup in the area. The remaining two lanes were also cemented and are scheduled to open by the last week of the month.

Rexon de Vera, deputy chief of the Dagupan City Public Order and Safety Office (POSO), said the improvement has significantly reduced congestion.

“Malaking epekto niya sa traffic flow kasi noong two lanes pa lang, isa ‘yung lane papasok, isa palabas, so may build-up. Kapag natapos ang curing, open na ‘yan lahat, wala nang build-up ng sasakyan,” de Vera said.

POSO said the road project should have been completed earlier but was delayed due to heavy rains and flooding last year.

Aside from the Mayombo–Perez junction, the city government said other intersections in Dagupan, including Guilig Extension, are also set for road concreting and improvement. Officials added that several road elevation projects will be opened to motorists once fully completed.