Temporary relief for motorists travelling through Spring Mount

ST JAMES, Jamaica — Motorists using the Spring Mount corridor in St James are experiencing improved access following temporary road works to widen a section of the roadway that had been affected by erosion and landslides.

The section of road, located near a gully, had been facing significant challenges as ongoing erosion caused instability along the roadside. Following the passage of Hurricane Melissa, the damage worsened, forcing the roadway to operate under single-lane traffic conditions. Heavy-duty trucks were also advised against using the route.

However, Councillor Uvel Graham of the Jamaica Labour Party’s Spring Mount Division said a temporary solution has now been implemented to improve mobility in the area.