This Week in Metro Manila (February 20 to 26, 2017)

The government didn’t declare any traffic rerouting on the 25th yet for the celebration of the EDSA People Power Revolution. But people who will pass by EDSA along Camp Aguinaldo, Santolan, and Ortigas are still advised to expect traffic build up as certain events will take place on said areas.

Demonstrations hosted by various groups are also to be expected on February 25. A coalition called February 25 Coalition along with other groups and alliances are gathering on the 25th along EDSA White Plains Ave. to host protests and programs from 4:00 PM until midnight. Thus motorists and commuters that need to pass by the area are advised to take a different route instead or allot extra travel time to avoid being stuck in traffic.

This week’s weather will predominantly be sunny until the weekend. Although slight showers are to be expected in the middle of the week, the EDSA People Power Revolution anniversary will be welcomed with a sunny weather. The February chill is still expected to last and a jacket is advised to be worn for protection from the cold.

By Proclamation No. 50, s. 2016, February 25 is declared a Special Non-Working Day. The declaration is in line of the remembrance of the 31st anniversary of the peaceful EDSA People Power Revolution. Malls and other public areas are in business as usual, while government offices are closed since the said event will fall on a Saturday.