Feb 9 • 23:33 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Old Road Bridge in Indaiatuba Completely Closed After Rain Damage in Campinas; See Detour

The Old Road Bridge in Indaiatuba has been fully closed for repairs following damage from heavy rains in Campinas, with diversions recommended by local authorities.

In response to significant damage caused by heavy rainfall, the São Paulo Department of Highways (DER-SP) has completely closed the Old Road Bridge in Indaiatuba, located on the Lix da Cunha Highway in Campinas. The bridge had already been partially blocked since the prior Thursday due to concerns about structural integrity, but the closure has now been extended to allow for necessary repairs to its foundation.

The closure has prompted local authorities to recommend alternative routes for drivers, advising them to use roundabouts to navigate around the Swiss Park neighborhood. This detour spans approximately 6 kilometers and aims to mitigate traffic congestion resulting from the bridge's unavailability.

As of now, there is no set timeline for when the repairs will be completed, leaving many residents and commuters uncertain about the impact on travel and local accessibility. These developments highlight the ongoing challenges of infrastructure maintenance in the face of extreme weather events in the region.

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