Catarman N. Samar– The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)-Northern Samar 1st District Engineering Office (DEO) recently completed another phase of the access road project leading to Pink Beach in Brgy. Sila, San Vicente, Northern Samar.
Funded under the FY 2024 General Appropriations Act (GAA), the said phase received a P15-million allocation for the concreting of a 220-meter two-lane road, with design thickness of 0.23 meters and design width of 6.10 meters with drainage and slope protection features.
“This project will significantly improve access to one of Island’s top tourist spots,” said District Engineer Alvin A. Ignacio
Once the entire access road project is completed, travel time to the beach will be significantly reduced and will encourage more tourists to visit the place, allowing economic activities to spur in the island.
Pink Beach is known for its pink sand which is a mix of white sand and pulverized red corals. The beach is famous for its natural beauty, clear waters, and marine life.
The project is implemented under the Tourism Road Infrastructure Program (TRIP).
(ANALIZA A. PABIA/PR)
