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285 PNR personnel positive for COVID-19 in antigen test, 58 of them 'passenger-facing' —spox
285 personnel of the Philippine National Railways (PNR) have tested positive for COVID-19 through antigen testing and are now in isolation.
Of the 285 personnel, 58 were identified as 'passenger-facing,' meaning they have direct exposure to passengers.
Despite the high number of infections, the PNR spokesperson stated that they still have enough personnel to continue operations.
The spokesperson assured passengers that trains are properly disinfected after each trip.
Strict health protocols are also being observed inside the trains.
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