Manila Bulletin
DOTr issues Level 3 directive to buses & PUVs
Public utility vehicle (PUV) operators are mandated by the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to maintain a 70% passenger capacity as Metro Manila returns to Alert Level 3.
Violators of this directive, as well as other health protocols, will face sanctions including fines and vehicle impoundment.
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) issued memorandums reinforcing these penalties.
The restrictions are in effect due to a surge in COVID-19 cases, with the National Capital Region experiencing a rise in infections.
The country reported a significant increase in new COVID-19 cases, raising the active case tally to over 21,000.
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