MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced on Friday that free rides would be provided on all major rail lines in Metro Manila following the suspension of classes due to heavy rains.
DOTr orders free train rides amid class suspensions in Metro Manila due to heavy rains
The DOTr said the free rides would cover the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3), the Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1), and the Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2), starting at 12 p.m. on Friday.
DOTr orders free train rides amid class suspensions in Metro Manila due to heavy rains, This news data comes from:http://www.aichuwei.com
“The safety of passengers is our priority. We want to ensure that commuters can return home quickly and safely,” the agency said in a public advisory.
Local governments in Metro Manila suspended classes in anticipation of strong rains brought by prevailing weather conditions.
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