Unbearable Dust: Dominican Community Pleads for Road Repair

Residents of La Piedra, a community in the Fantino municipality of the Sánchez Ramírez province, Dominican Republic, are facing hardships due to the deplorable condition of their main road. The road's deterioration has resulted in unbearable dust, causing respiratory problems among residents. "This dust is like a persistent cough that won't go away," said one resident. Children are missing school and sports practices due to the dust. Local businesses are also suffering from reduced customer traffic. The community is calling on the Obras Públicas (Public Works) department to intervene and repair the road, a problem that has persisted for decades. This situation highlights the need for better infrastructure in rural communities.