BR-222 will be closed in Vargem Grande during the celebration of São Raimundo dos Mulundus

BR-222 will be closed in Vargem Grande during the celebration of São Raimundo dos Mulundus Reproduction/ Social Networks The Federal Highway Police (PRF) will close a section of BR-222 next Saturday (22), in Vargem Grande, 170 km from São Luís. The measure will be adopted to guarantee the safety of pilgrims who will participate in the traditional Procession of São Raimundo Nonato dos Mulundus. The closure will occur while worshipers are passing through the highway and will aim to reduce the risk of accidents and organize the flow of vehicles in the area. As part of the operation, the PRF will completely close BR-222 between kilometers 156 and 162, in the section that connects the town of Paulica to the center of Vargem Grande. The traffic interruption will be carried out in two periods: from 6 am to 10 am and from 4 pm to 6 pm. ?Download the g1 app to see MA news in real time and for free The measure aims to preserve the integrity of the faithful who will walk along the highway during the religious procession, which is part of the celebrations of the Day of Saint Raimundo Nonato dos Mulundus. The expectation is that thousands of pilgrims, coming from various cities in Maranhão and even other states, will participate in the procession. The image of the saint will be carried by the faithful, leaving the Main Church, located in the city center, to the chapel in the village of Paulica, at km 161 of BR-222. During the movement, the PRF will guarantee logistical support, image escort and signage of closed points. According to the PRF, the region where the closure will occur does not have alternative routes, whether through federal, state or municipal routes. Therefore, drivers should avoid traveling along the stretch during the times mentioned and plan their trips in advance. "Due to the celebrations of São Raimundo Nonato dos Mulundus, there will be a total closure of the BR-222, between km 156 and 162, in the section between the town of Paulica and Vargem Grande. The closures will occur at the following times: from 6 am to 10 am and from 4 pm to 6 pm, on August 22, 2026", the PRF said in a note. Celebration of São Raimundo dos Mulundus The Procession of São Raimundo Nonato dos Mulundus is considered one of the most important religious manifestations in the interior of Maranhão and attracts pilgrims every year, reinforcing faith and popular devotion in the state.