The Guatemalan Ministry of Communications reported on November 5, 2025, about ongoing infrastructure projects and emergency repairs in the country. The updates were shared through its official social media channels.
In a post published on November 5, 2025, the Ministry stated: “Asimismo, se abordó el avance de los trabajos en la ruta San Luis Jilotepeque – Ipala, donde ya se desarrollan acciones en la zona. ‘Es un tramo de éxito en el país’, expresó el legislador al reconocer los resultados del trabajo conjunto por el avance vial.”
On the same day, another update detailed a meeting involving Deputy Faver Salazar from Bancada Valor and Vice Minister of Infrastructure Norma Zea. The Ministry posted: “La viceministra de Infraestructura, Norma Zea, participó en una reunión de trabajo con el diputado Faver Salazar (Bancada Valor), quien agradeció la pronta atención al socavamiento en el km 73 de la ruta al Atlántico, actualmente atendido por @COVIAL_CIV.” This message highlights gratitude for the swift response to road damage at kilometer 73 of the Atlantic route.
A third communication on November 5 provided details about repair work in progress due to rain-related damages: “ Trabajando donde más se necesita El socavamiento causado por las lluvias ya está siendo atendido: nueva tubería, relleno controlado y recuperación del área afectada para volver a asegurar el paso.” The post outlines measures such as installing new pipes and controlled backfilling to restore safe passage.
The Ministry of Communications is responsible for overseeing Guatemala’s transportation infrastructure and responding to emergencies that affect roads and public works. The referenced entity @COVIAL_CIV is tasked with road maintenance and rehabilitation throughout the country.
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