The Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) has issued a formal safety alert to all drivers following a dangerous breach of a secured work area on Bishopgate Street. The incident occurred last Saturday when an unidentified motorist deliberately removed traffic control cones and entered an active construction site where critical mainline replacement operations are currently in progress.
According to official reports, the unauthorized entry resulted in damage to specialized materials strategically positioned for the infrastructure project. APUA emphasized that this reckless action created substantial safety hazards for both construction personnel and the general public. The authority confirmed that the project has advanced to the delicate phase of customer reconnections, making compliance with safety protocols particularly crucial.
In a detailed statement released Monday, utility officials highlighted that protective barriers, cones, and warning signage are implemented specifically to safeguard human lives and preserve essential infrastructure integrity. The breach not only endangered immediate safety but also threatens to delay the project’s completion timeline, potentially affecting utility services for surrounding communities.
APUA has reinforced its appeal for all road users to strictly observe posted work zone directives, adhere to traffic management instructions, and refrain from entering cordoned-off areas throughout the construction period. The authority simultaneously expressed gratitude for public cooperation thus far and directed additional inquiries to its Support Center at telephone number 211.