Manila, March 24 -- The management of NLEX Corporation will implement a temporary toll relief on NLEX northbound from Balintawak to Meycauayan portion of the expressway starting Monday at noon.

In a statement Sunday, the NLEX said the relief would remain in effect until all four lanes of Marilao northbound area are reopened.

Marilao Bridge sustained severe damage when an 18-wheeler tanker exceeding the 4.27-meter height limit struck it, causing traffic disruptions.

"Traffic flow changes have been implemented to facilitate ongoing repair and ensure the safety of motorists," the statement read.

The move is in response to an earlier call by Department of Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon to waive toll fees during the repairs.

"We ...