Manila, March 8 -- The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) - South Manila District Engineering Office has begun the three-weekend asphalt overlaying on portions of Maria Orosa Street in Malate, Manila.

In a social media post late Friday, the DPWH said the asphalt overlay on the street's northbound and southbound lanes began on March 7 and would be conducted every weekend until March 30.

Motorists were advised of potential traffic slowdowns in the affected areas and encouraged to use alternative routes.

"The repairs will be conducted one lane at a time, requiring partial closure of the affected portions," the DPWH said.

"After the scheduled repairs from March 7, 2025 to March 9, 2025, the asphalt overlaying activities will...