Be sure to mask up, guys
Heads up, guys. If you take public transportation in areas under Alert Level 1, you're going to want to be extra careful during commutes moving forward.The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has announced that public utility vehicles (PUV)
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But not just because of COVID-19
Well, it's official: You no longer need to wear face masks if you're outdoors. Still, there's definitely no harm in wearing one when other people are around, wherever you may be. Better to be safe than sorry, right?The
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No need to panic, though
The Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF) has a message for the public as the country's health situation continues to normalize: Learn to live with COVID-19, but don't let your guard down.During
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Take note of these important changes under Alert Level 1
The government has begun loosening up restrictions on public transportation under Alert Level 1. And in addition to PUVs being allowed to operate at maximum capacity, there's now a new announcement that commuters should take note: The use of backriding shields
Vax sites will be open at the Yamaha Monumento and Balintawak Stations
LRT-2 commuters aren't the only ones who can get vaccinated at train stations this month. Through Light Rail Manila Corporation's (LRMC) new initiative, LRT-1 passengers now also have the chance to get their jabs in transit.LRMC has
Take note, commuters
It's official: Metro Manila will be placed under Alert Level 1 starting Tuesday, March 1. One of the biggest changes with the new restrictions is regarding public transportation.The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) confirmed that all public utility vehicles (PUVs)
Be informed
Finally. Metro Manila is shifting down to Alert Level 1 after weathering yet another COVID-19 surge to ring in 2022. The new alert level will kick in on Tuesday, March 1.While many restrictions have been loosened, there are still a
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It appears we’re about to see even more changes next week
The Metro Manila Council unanimously voted to downgrade the current COVID-19 restrictions in the capital to Alert Level 1 starting March 1. While Malacañang has yet to announce its final decision, it already appears that we're about to see
The IATF will make make the final decision
As the number of active COVID-19 cases continues to drop in the National Capital Region, authorities are now preparing to loosen up restrictions in the metro.According to a report by CNN Philippines, Metro Manila Council (MMC) chairperson and Parañaque
In case you haven’t received your shots already
Still haven't managed to get your COVID-19 vaccine? Here's another chance to finally get your shots over with.The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has announced that it will be holding vaccination drives at the LRT-2's Antipolo and
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The registration validity of covered vehicles has been extended
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) is once again extending the registration validity of select vehicles this month. Heads up, motorists.According to the agency's latest announcement, the registration of all motor vehicles with license plates ending in 2 will be valid
The nation’s capital will no longer be under Alert Level 3
Good news for commuters who haven't received their full series of COVID-19 vaccinations: The Department of Transportation's (DOTr) 'no vax, no ride' policy will no longer be in effect in the National Capital Region starting tomorrow, February 1.This
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Get your second shot if you haven’t yet
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has announced another adjustment to Metro Manila's 'no vaccination, no ride' policy: 30 days from now, even workers employed in industries and establishments allowed to operate under Alert Level 3 must be fully-vaccinated to use
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Have you completed your vaccination shots yet?
Planning to get your COVID-19 vaccination soon? If you're a Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) regular, you might want to drop by the facility next Monday so you can get your shot.The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has announced
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Did you head out yesterday?
Day one of the 'no vaccination, no ride' policy in Metro Manila went pretty smoothly-at least according to the Department of Transportation's (DOTr) initial assessment of its implementation.In a statement, the agency described the measure's first day as "
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Implementation starts today
The new 'no vaccination, no ride' policy for public transport officially takes effect today. The Inter-Agency Council for Traffic (I-ACT) has already begun enforcing the new directive, and it shared on social media what the EDSA Busway queues looked like
Prepare your vax cards
Getting around Metro Manila is about to get a whole lot more difficult-at least if you still haven't been vaccinated.The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has released Department Order number 2022-001, which limits the movement of unvaccinated individuals in
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Some branches, meanwhile, are returning to operation
Have your Land Transportation Office (LTO) requirements been relegated to the back of your head on account of the ongoing COVID-19 surge? We don't blame you-there are currently more pressing matters to worry about.If, however, you absolutely need
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Tests will only be done on all consenting and volunteering passengers
As of today, Metro Manila is now under Alert Level 3. For its part, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) is making adjustments to the current public-transportation guidelines. Commuters, take note.The agency has decided to retain the 70% passenger capacity in
