As of this Wednesday, August 12, 2026, Oaxaca City is experiencing temporary road closures due to the celebration of “Taxi Driver’s Day.” Starting at 8:00 a.m., taxi drivers are conducting a procession from the Instituto Tecnológico de Oaxaca (ITO) toward Parque Juárez El Llano, affecting key intersections such as Calzada Madero, Avenida Independencia, Pino Suárez, and Morelos.
Authorities have suggested using alternative routes, including the Riberas del Río Atoyac (Periférico), Avenida Hidalgo, and the Carretera del Cerro del Fortín. Beyond this scheduled event, traffic flow in the capital remains generally fluid, consistent with the ongoing summer vacation season. Routine congestion is observed in typical areas such as the Central de Abastos and around major tourist spots like the Macedonio Alcalá tourist walkway and the Guelaguetza Auditorium.
Additionally, citizens should be aware of long-term construction at the Viguera intersection regarding the Monumento a Juárez overpass, which will remain an area of interest for the next 10 months. Various maintenance projects, including emergency pothole repairs and drainage work, are also causing localized lane reductions in parts of the city throughout the day, typically between 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. While there were reports of road blockades in Juchitán yesterday following a police operation, there are no active blockades in that region at this time. Motorists are advised to stay informed through real-time traffic applications and official social media channels for any unexpected developments.
Source: https://oaxaca.heraldodemexico.com
