Cayo Bridges Fully Operational Again

Today, the Earl Haylock Bridge (Board Bridge) is open to ONE-WAY traffic.

Also, three bridges in the Cayo District are now fully operational. The town council is urging drivers to be cautious and follow traffic signs as they continue working to improve the transportation network.

Although the bridge remains with no lights at the moment, the Council said that “BEL is scheduled to restore electricity along the Earl Haylock Bridge, which was temporarily disconnected as a precaution during the recent flooding.”

Two weeks ago, Tropical Storm Sara brought heavy rains and flooding to many parts of Belize, especially the Cayo District. Key bridges, including the Board Bridge and the Iguana Creek Bridge, were completely submerged and impassable.

After the storm, Prime Minister John Briceño and NEMO’s National Emergency Coordinator Daniel Mendez flew over the affected areas to assess the damage.

They saw that more water was expected to flow down the Macal River, which would further affect residents.

Today, the water has finally receded, making key bridges like the Board Bridge and Iguana Creek Bridge accessible once again.