Tegucigalpa Mayor Ties Pope Francis Bridge Reopening to Safety

Published on Honduras Daily · Jul 27, 2026 · Originally reported July 24, 2026 by Radio Cadena Voces (RCV)

Mayor Juan Diego Zelaya says the city will not reopen the Pope Francis Bridge until safety studies confirm no structural risk, amid investigations into cracks and disputed construction materials.

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Also reported by: Radio América Honduras

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