San Miguelito removes over 400 abandoned cars from streets

San Miguelito Mayor Irma Hernández has declared that operations to clear abandoned and derelict vehicles from the district's streets will continue. The initiative aims to improve public spaces and ensure unimpeded access for essential services.

Hernández explained that vehicles parked on public roads for over 30 days will receive warning stickers, urging owners to relocate them. "Neighbor, any junk we see, we'll take it away," the mayor warned, emphasizing the need for clear thoroughfares. She noted that these abandoned vehicles obstruct traffic and hinder the movement of ambulances, garbage trucks, and fire engines.

To date, more than 400 vehicles have been removed from San Miguelito's streets. Hernández assured that the operations are ongoing as many more abandoned cars still need to be collected. She called on residents to cooperate with these efforts to maintain public areas free of obstacles.

In April, the San Miguelito Mayor's Office enacted Municipal Decree No. 005-2026. This decree establishes an exceptional and urgent procedure for the immediate removal of abandoned or junk vehicles that pose a risk or affect the public interest. The decree outlines conditions for removal, including obstruction of public works, significant hindrance to traffic or pedestrian access, and threats to public safety or health.