The Easter holiday period comes to an end this Sunday, April 12, and with it, thousands of travelers begin their journey home. Federal Roads and Bridges (CAPUFE) and the National Guard Highway Patrol report various traffic disruptions, mainly in the central and eastern parts of the country, complicating traffic flow at the end of this holiday season.
One of the areas with the most activity and complications is located in the state of Veracruz. During the early hours of Sunday, the La Tinaja-Isla highway experienced lane reductions at kilometer 89 due to a tractor-trailer with mechanical problems heading towards La Tinaja.
Likewise, the Córdoba-Veracruz highway experienced partial closures at kilometer 35 due to a bus fire.
Although traffic has gradually reopened, authorities report that reduced lanes and slow traffic persist in the area. On the other hand, on the Agua Dulce – Cárdenas highway, maneuvers were carried out to remove wrecked vehicles, causing intermittent closures during the early morning hours.
The return from vacation destinations in the south also faces challenges. On the Cuernavaca – Acapulco highway, specifically at kilometer 328 towards the port, a lane reduction was reported due to attention to a mechanical incident.
In the state of Morelos, although traffic at the Buena Vista interchange and on Cuernavaca’s main avenues, such as Plan de Ayala and Morelos, is reported to be flowing smoothly, critical congestion is expected starting in the afternoon, when the majority of vacationers head towards Mexico City.
Additionally, CAPUFE warns of rain on sections such as Gutiérrez Zamora – Tihuatlán, which reduces visibility and makes the pavement slippery.
To manage the estimated 23 million vehicle crossings across the federal highway network during this period, Operation Holy Week 2026 remains active. CAPUFE (Federal Roads and Bridges Agency) has deployed nearly 4,000 operational personnel, including paramedics and roadside assistance units, to respond to any emergencies.
Authorities recommend the following to motorists:
Leave early: Avoid peak afternoon and evening hours.
Check your vehicle: Verify oil levels, brakes, and tires.
Respect speed limits: Especially given the forecast of rain in mountainous areas.
Consult real-time reports: Use the number 074 for assistance and updates.
In the State of Mexico, sections such as the Chamapa-Lechería highway have already returned to normal traffic flow after responding to rear-end collisions that occurred early Sunday morning. However, access roads via the Autopista del Sol (Highway of the Sun) and the Mexico-Pachuca highway are showing a steady increase in traffic.
Drivers are reminded that the Hoy No Circula program is operating normally, so it is necessary to check the validity of the holograms to avoid penalties when entering the metropolitan area.
Source: mvsnoticias
