Transport companies demand road repairs in Quiché, Guatemala (+ PHOTO)

Delfino Nattarino, the leader of the union involved in the demarcation, told the press that we will continue the procedures for two days between 05:00 and 18:00 local time, looking for the Ministry of the Interior to solve the problems.

We will not give up until the current administration sends three bridges to be used on the road from Santa Cruz del Quiche to Quetzaltenango, because they register at kilometer 168, an undermining that makes it difficult for vehicles to pass, he said.

Gov. Gerson Morales said the country’s Army Corps of Engineers is conducting studies at the site and awaiting reports to place emergency bridges.

The local transport union chief’s claim dates back to 2018, and protesters noted that several roads were still in appalling condition.

Despite the progress of national plans in implementation with regard to road infrastructure, critics have emerged with relative reluctance calling for better roads that enhance tourism, imports and exports.

Guatemala is hit by heavy rains causing multiple devastations, but analysts maintain that response is slow, corruption permeates the sector and the rate of fatal accidents remains high, among other constant effects.

M / Zn