Caracas tunnels to close for maintenance in October

The Venezuelan Ministry of People's Power for Transport has announced temporary closures for the El Paraíso and El Valle tunnels in Caracas to conduct integral maintenance and sanitation work.

The El Paraíso tunnel, located on the North-South highway, will close starting Tuesday, October 13, at 9:00 p.m. and is scheduled to reopen on Wednesday, October 14, at 5:00 a.m.

Work on the El Valle tunnel is scheduled to take place between Wednesday, October 14, and Friday, October 16. During these dates, restrictions will occur during nighttime hours, specifically from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Authorities and the Road Maintenance Company (Envial) have advised drivers to plan alternative routes to avoid delays during these periods.