MANILA – Land Transportation Office (LTO) Chief, Assistant Secretary Vigor Mendoza II, has ordered an increased deployment of traffic personnel to handle the expected influx of travelers returning home from the provinces after the holiday season.
In a statement on Thursday, Mendoza said the directive was given to all regional directors and heads of other LTO offices to ensure the presence of enforcers on the road to manage traffic and enforce road safety rules.
“We expect a huge volume of motor vehicles on the road leading to Metro Manila and other urban areas so we have to make our presence felt to ensure the safety of everybody as they travel back,” he said.
He assured that there would be sufficient personnel on major thoroughfares to assist motorists, particularly in Metro Manila.
In addition, he ordered a more intensified road safety campaign, focusing on overloaded trucks and those using worn-out tires.
More than 35 truck owners have been issued show cause orders due to LTO checkpoints conducted from evening to early morning on regular truck routes in Metro Manila and other relevant areas.
“While we are aggressive in our road safety campaign and operation, we call all motorists to help us by taking all the necessary road safety measures and following all the regulations not only for their safety but also of all the road users,” he said.
He reminded motorists to ensure their vehicles are checked, the driver must not be under the influence of liquor or illegal drugs and should have enough rest before traveling to ensure their safety. (PNA)