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MIAA pledges safe, reliable, comfortable transpo on May 9

Published May 7, 2022 02:40 pm

The Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) activated Friday, May 6, the "Oplan Biyaheng Ayos" to ensure safe, reliable, and comfortable transportation of the public for the national and local elections on Monday, May 9.

(File photo: MIAA)

Oplan Byaheng Ayos, which will run from May 5 to 10, will also be implemented to maintain the riding public's compliance to the minimum public health standards amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

Help desks and "Malasakit" help centers were set up at the arrival terminals of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) to remind incoming Filipinos about their right to vote on May 9 and address any inquiry about the election guidelines and restrictions.

It will also implement a heightened alert status in compliance with a memorandum signed by Department of Transportation (DOTr) Asst. Sec. for Maritime and OIC for Special Concerns Vice Admiral Narciso Vingson Jr.

“All sectoral offices and attached agencies are directed to be on heightened alert status to ensure the health, safety, security, reliability, and comfort of passengers traveling during the observation of National and Local Elections 2022 particularly during this pandemic,” the memorandum read.

"With Oplan Biyaheng Ayos, all DOTr units guarantee the riding public safe, reliable and comfortable transportation, whether by land, sea, or air, as they proceed to their respective towns, cities, or provinces to cast their votes on Monday," it added.

From May 5 to 10, all DOTr sectoral offices and attached agencies shall maintain their operations and conduct 24/7 coordination, monitoring, and real-time reporting of activities and incidents.

Desks, booths, counters, and centers serving passengers shall also be properly manned during operating hours to prevent long queues.

Public advisories and other informational materials will also be posted at the airports and in various transport hubs to inform the public on the schedule of operations of the different modes of transport as well as safety and security precautions.

The task force also required the dissemination of safety tips, common types of violations, and safety/security regulations at airports, seaports, and other transportation hubs.

MIAA general Manager Ed Monreal said that the election day is expected to be hot and humid with neither low-pressure area nor typhoon expected to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility in the next five days.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) is advising those trooping to polling precincts on May 9 to protect themselves from the summer heat and its possible effects on the human body.

In an extended weather advisory yesterday, the state weather bureau said voters should bring umbrellas and drinking water so as not to suffer from possible heat stroke or dehydration.

Meanwhile, the websites and social media platforms of the DOTr and its attached agencies will be up-dated on all matters concerning Oplan Biyaheng Ayos, for proper monitoring.

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