The start of the week could be complicated due to the forecasted rainfall, which is directly affecting motorists traveling on Mexico’s highways today, July 6.
In addition to the rain, traffic accidents and maintenance work are also causing slower traffic on several highways across the country.
Highway Closures Today: What’s Happening on Mexico’s Highways This Monday, July 6?
5:10 p.m. – Toll Booths Closed Due to Landslide on the Pátzcuaro–Lázaro Cárdenas Highway
Authorities reported the closure of toll booths following a landslide in the state of Michoacán. According to the Secretariat of Infrastructure, Communications and Transportation (SICT), the affected toll plazas are Feliciano and Las Cañas on the Pátzcuaro–Lázaro Cárdenas highway.
5:05 p.m. – Highway Closure on the Colima–Manzanillo Route
Authorities reported a complete closure of the Colima–Manzanillo highway, in the municipality of Cuyutlán, heading toward Colima, due to a serious accident in the area. Drivers are asked to give way to emergency services and drive with caution.
3:20 p.m. – Cuernavaca–Acapulco Highway Closed
Drivers traveling on the Cuernavaca–Acapulco highway should be aware that the road is completely closed at kilometer 216 due to the presence of protesters.
2:04 p.m. – Heavy Traffic on Manuel Ávila Camacho Boulevard
Traffic disruptions are affecting the State of Mexico, particularly in the municipality of Tlalnepantla, where road construction is causing slow traffic on Periférico Boulevard Manuel Ávila Camacho, with congestion stretching nearly two kilometers.
1:58 p.m. – Traffic Restored on the Chamapa–Lechería Highway
The Chamapa–Lechería highway is once again operating normally after emergency services responded to an accident near kilometer 23, heading toward Chamapa.
1:56 p.m. – Protesters Allow Free Passage at Compostela Toll Booth
In the state of Nayarit, a group of protesters is allowing motorists to pass freely through Compostela Toll Booth 53 on the Tepic–Compostela highway.
1:04 p.m. – Truck Overturns on the Mexico–Pachuca Highway
A tractor-trailer overturned on the Federal Mexico–Pachuca Highway, near Santa María Ozumbilla, heading toward the municipality of Tecámac. The driver was reported injured.
12:11 p.m. – Another Roadblock in the State of Mexico
The State of Mexico Secretariat of Security confirmed a roadblock on the Toluca–Tenango highway, in the lane connecting to Avenida Tecnológico.
12:08 p.m. – Partial Closure on the Chamapa–Lechería Highway
A collision involving a cargo truck, a passenger van, and a private vehicle caused a partial closure on the Chamapa–Lechería highway, near kilometer 23, heading toward Chamapa.
12:05 p.m. – Traffic Restored on the Querétaro–Irapuato Highway
Emergency crews responded to an accident on the Querétaro–Irapuato highway, near kilometer 63, allowing normal traffic flow to resume.
10:26 a.m. – Accident Reported on the Querétaro–Irapuato Highway
Several highway accidents have occurred this Monday. The latest involved a vehicle overturning on the Querétaro–Irapuato highway near kilometer 63, heading toward Irapuato, resulting in a complete road closure.
10:22 a.m. – Protest Blocks Major Road in Toluca
In Toluca, protesters blocked Las Peñas Road, in front of the Polytechnic University of Otzolotepec, significantly slowing traffic in the area. Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes.
10:18 a.m. – Partial Closure on the Perote–Teziutlán Highway
In the state of Veracruz, a multi-vehicle collision caused a partial closure on the Perote–Teziutlán highway, near the municipality of Perote. Drivers are urged to proceed with caution.
9:37 a.m. – Slow Traffic on Paseo Tollocan Avenue
Pothole repair work is underway on Paseo Tollocan Avenue, causing slow-moving traffic toward Toluca. Motorists are advised to leave earlier than usual due to significant delays.
9:09 a.m. – Flooding on the Circuito Exterior Mexiquense
Drivers using the Circuito Exterior Mexiquense should be aware that flooding continues to affect traffic at kilometer 54+400, near the municipality of Texcoco, heading toward Querétaro.
9:05 a.m. – Maintenance Work on the Mexico–Querétaro Highway
According to CAPUFE (Federal Roads and Bridges), maintenance work is being carried out on several sections of the Mexico–Querétaro highway, causing traffic disruptions.
The areas with the greatest impact are:
- Kilometers 194–207, heading toward Querétaro.
- Kilometers 153–158, heading toward Mexico City.
- Kilometer 125, heading toward Querétaro.
8:34 a.m. – Partial Closure on the Mexico–Querétaro Highway
A serious accident occurred on the Mexico–Querétaro highway, where a vehicle crashed into metal barriers and a cargo pickup truck overturned. A partial closure was implemented near kilometer 116, heading toward the state of Querétaro.
8:28 a.m. – Accident on the Northern Bypass of Mexico City
Drivers should use caution after another accident occurred on the Northern Bypass of Mexico City, near kilometer 60+000. Emergency crews partially closed the roadway in the direction of Tula, Hidalgo.
8:26 a.m. – Traffic Problems on the Amozoc–Perote Highway
An accident also occurred in the state of Puebla on the Amozoc–Perote highway, leading to a partial closure near kilometer 83+000, heading toward Xalapa, Veracruz.
8:24 a.m. – Accident Slows Traffic in the State of Mexico
A partial closure is in effect on the Toluca–Palmillas highway due to an accident near kilometer 103+300, heading toward the municipality of Atlacomulco. Local authorities are asking drivers to proceed with caution.
Source: tvazteca
