This Week in Metro Manila (June 8 to 14, 2019)

This week, the Philippines will celebrate its 121st Independence Day!

By: Denisse Shawntel Tan | June 08, 2019

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Metro Manila, Philippines, June 12, Independence Day

The Philippines celebrates its 121st year of independence this 2019.

The second week of June is approaching and it brings with it the celebration of the Philippines’ Independence Day. Held on the 12th of June every year, Independence Day is an annual national holiday that commemorates the country’s independence from Spain. Since it is a holiday, there are no classes and work for students and workers. Those who will make use of their free time to travel must take note of several news and updates in Metro Manila for their convenience.

For one, the weather will continue to transition from summer to rainy. In terms of traffic, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) postponed the proposed P2P operation among UV Express vehicles. Meanwhile, some good news for commuters on the 12th: there are free LRT and MRT rides during the day. In addition, the number coding system will also be lifted in several parts of Metro Manila. Read on for the details.

Weather: The Philippines still transitioning from summer to rainy season

The Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) announced that the rainy season might start soon this June. With the transition from summer to monsoon season, anyone in Manila can expect frequent thunderstorms and light showers the whole week. Day temperature is still warm at a range of 32 °C to 35 °C.

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LTFRB suspends UV Express P2P policy

LTFRB postpones the P2P policy among UV Express vehicles until mid-June. According to the bureau, the suspension will give way for the board to make better decisions and plans and to also conduct consultations with the affected sectors [2].

Free MRT and LRT rides during Independence Day

As is the practice in previous years, commuters can expect free MRT and LRT rides on June 12. The free rides are expected to be given on peak hours such as 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM [3].

Number coding suspended for Independence Day

In the past years, the number coding in Metro Manila has been suspended in the entire metro in celebration of Independence Day [4]. This practice is expected to be done again this year.

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References:
[1] http://bit.ly/2KumUyj
[2] http://bit.ly/2WhQrNS
[3] http://bit.ly/2MGFIgO
[4] http://bit.ly/2KxdC4z

About Denisse Shawntel Tan

Denisse Tan is currently a work in progress: she’s an aspiring writer, artist, and fashion designer! She’s trying to figure out how to manage her time in achieving all of her goals while also taking in life as humanly possible. Aside from art, she’s a big fan of the color pink, disco music, Bratz dolls, and Genshin Impact. By age 35, she plans to travel to New York City 🗽.

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