Although not yet repaired, the Pirara Bridge in the Rupununi has been reopened to facilitate light traffic.
This was revealed by Region Nine Chairman Bryan Allicock who told Stabroek News that the truck which wrecked part of the bridge was removed on Monday and that planks were placed to allow for light vehicular crossing. As of yesterday afternoon, he said, only light traffic is allowed onto the bridge but they were working to ensure that the oil tankers stuck on the other side of the bridge can cross by nightfall.
Emergency remedial works have since commenced.
