MMDA starts apprehending riders seeking shelter under flyovers, bridges

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) today commenced its operation to apprehend motorcycle riders seeking shelter from the rain under flyovers and bridges.

According to the agency, clusters of motorcycle riders were seen on closed-circuit television feeds at the MMDA Communication and Command Center taking up to three lanes in parts of Epifanio de los Santos Avenue in Quezon City.

Most of the aforementioned riders are seen wearing protective rain gear but still choose to stay under footbridges.

Per MMDA Traffic Discipline Office Director for Enforcement Victor Nuñez, riders seeking cover under footbridges lead to road obstruction, which is dangerous. The aim of apprehending the riders impeding the flow of traffic is for the safety of all motorists.

In a statement, the MMDA reminded all riders to bring proper rain gear and not to be a kamote (a Filipino street term for a careless rider).

As of noontime today, around nine motorcycle riders received traffic violation tickets.

Photos from MMDA Facebook page

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