OVP's Libreng Sakay aids 3,700 stranded commuters in Metro Manila and Cavite during STS Kristine

The Office of the Vice President's (OVP) Libreng Sakay program provided free shuttle services to stranded commuters in Metro Manila and Cavite from October 22 to 25, serving over 3,700 passengers across different routes affected by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine.

Two OVP buses covered the Edsa Carousel route from Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) to Monumento, while another two served the Quiapo-Commonwealth Avenue route in Metro Manila.

In Cavite, a bus was deployed from PITX to Naic to assist stranded commuters.

The fully air-conditioned buses featured portable toilets, charging ports, and free Wi-Fi to support passengers' needs during the storm.

Additionally, the OVP conducted relief operations in Lipa City, Batangas, targeting 700 families from Brgys. Halang, Balintawak, and Pinagtungulan.

As Kristine caused significant transportation challenges throughout Luzon, it is expected to exit the Philippine area of responsibility by Friday afternoon or evening.