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Metro Manila to remain under Alert Level 3 until Nov. 14
The Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases has approved a gradual increase in passenger capacity for public transportation in Metro Manila and nearby provinces.
Passenger capacity for public road-based and rail transportation will increase from 70% to 100% starting November 4.
Metro Manila will remain under Alert Level 3 until November 14.
Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque stated that the gradual increase in mobility is a precautionary measure to prevent a sudden surge in COVID-19 cases.
This decision was made despite expectations in the private sector and the Interior and Local Government department that Metro Manila would be downgraded to Alert Level 2.
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The Department of Transportation (DOTr) will implement a 30-day pilot study of the gradual increase in passenger capacities in all forms of public transport in Metro Manila and nearby provinces starting November 4.
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Starting November 4, public transportation in Metro Manila and adjacent provinces will operate at 70% passenger capacity, an increase from the previous 50%.
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The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is proposing to the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) to allow public utility vehicles (PUVs) in Metro Manila to operate at 100% sitting capacity.
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Malacañang stated that the easing of COVID-19 Alert Level in Metro Manila is possible if the downtrend in cases and healthcare utilization continues, but urged the public not to let their guard down.
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The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) supports the proposal to lower the alert level in the National Capital Region (NCR) to Alert Level 2.
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