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Valencia Infrastructure Recovery Update

Valencia's infrastructure recovery following devastating floods: train lines partially reopening, road bypass nearing completion, and high-speed rail returning to normal service.

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When will the temporary bypass for the A-7 viaduct be open?: A temporary bypass for the collapsed A-7 viaduct will be operational by Thursday morning, alleviating traffic congestion on the V-30 and V-31.
What is the status of the Cercanías C1 and C2 lines in Valencia?: The C1 and C2 Cercanías lines in Valencia will reopen on Wednesday, although with a mix of train and bus traffic due to infrastructure damage from recent floods.
What is the status of the C3 line, and when is partial reopening expected?: The C3 line will remain closed for months, with bus services replacing train operations. The ministry aims to have the first 5 kilometers of the C3 line operational by December 22nd.
How much funding has been allocated for repairs, and how many workers are involved?: The Ministry of Transport has allocated 34 million euros for urgent repairs to infrastructure damaged by the floods, with over 500 workers involved in the restoration efforts.
When will the high-speed train line between Madrid and Valencia resume normal operations?: The high-speed train line between Madrid and Valencia will resume normal operations on Thursday, after repairs to a 1.2 kilometer section of track.

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