Baguio City Only Allows Vaccinated Jeepney Drivers On Streets
VACCINATED DRIVERS – Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong ordered that only vaccinated jeepney drivers be allowed on city streets.
Amid the coronavirus pandemic in the Philippines, local government units create measures to prevent the virus’s spread. However, some of these protocols impose strict sanctions.
Recently, Magalong said drivers of public utility vehicles (PUV) are required to get vaccinated. These include jeepney, taxi, van, and bus drivers. Additionally, those entering Baguio from nearby towns and provinces also need to get vaccinated.
According to Magalong, the “slight inconvenience” would provide massive benefits for the security of Baguio’s residents. When asked why he ordered such a mandate, Magalong explained there were accounts of COVID-19 transmissions within PUVs.
But, Magalong did not disclose the number of COVID-19 cases traced to commuting in public vehicles. Still, he said Baguio is still trying to stop the spread of the more transmissible Delta Variant.
Meanwhile, residents are asking if the new order could have an effect on public transport. As a response, Magalong said there would be no effect on mass transport.
Based on an article from Inquirer, Transport Federations contacted Magalong and assured him that only a few drivers have yet to be vaccinated.
Currently, about 3,000 taxicabs and more than 5,000 jeeps are roaming the city of Baguio. Furthermore, virtually all units only carry half their capacity.
Likewise, Jeepneys only hold 70% to help them recuperate from the increased world fuel prices. Along with this, 529 bus drivers in Cordillera had already received their COVID-19 vaccination.
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