(SPOT.ph) Metro Manila has officially entered the first day of a general community quarantine (a.k.a. "Survivor Philippines," according to the local Twitter scene). With people trudging back to work, transport is one of the biggest hurdles faced by Metro Manila folk—especially for those who do not have their own vehicles. Several modes of public transportation have been allowed to operate at a limited capacity while passenger buses, modern jeepneys and UV Express services will be held off until June 22.
So with all these changes, the first few days of a general community quarantine (GCQ) will take some extreme getting used to. "Happy Hunger Games," "Survivor Philippines," and, of course, "EDSA," are all top trends on Twitter as of writing. We round up a couple of pictures and tweets that show Metro Manila on the first day of the GCQ. Stay safe, folks!
Can you imagine how many people were just waiting for transport?
And when a transport option did show up? People rushed to get on.
Lines at train stations were also long. Commuters have been told to brace for longer waiting times as physical distancing is enforced.
But at least the Dalian trains are now running!
More and more folks are turning to bikes to get around.
Looks like those clear blue skies really were too good to be true.
this strange new world.