Commuters struggle with social distancing in Metro Manila

Commuters in Metro Manila struggled with social distancing measures on the first day of the community quarantine.

Many public transport vehicles were still overcrowded despite government orders.

At MRT3 stations, long lines formed as only a limited number of passengers are allowed to board each train wagon.

Photos and reports showed workers crowded together while waiting for rides or walking early in the morning to reach their workplaces.

The Department of Transportation ordered public utility jeepneys to carry no more than half of their regular capacity and buses to have 25 passengers or less.