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Traffic heavy at checkpoints going to Metro Manila; some workers have no choice but walk
Workers continued to face difficulties commuting to Metro Manila on the second day of the modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ).
Authorities conducted document and body temperature checks at checkpoints, causing traffic build-up for motorists and cyclists.
Mass public transportation remains prohibited, forcing many workers to walk for hours to reach their workplaces.
The situation on Marcos Highway in Cainta, Rizal, showed improvement compared to the previous day, with more lanes allotted for private vehicles and motorcycles/bicycles, though queues were still long.
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