This Week in Metro Manila (June 18 to 24, 2018)

Rainy season in Metro Manila means slick roads and traffic.

By: Denisse Shawntel Tan | June 18, 2018
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This year’s Manila Day falls on a Sunday.

Image: Grace Casin


This week is extra special in Manila as Manileños will be celebrating the 447th Manila Day with week-long festivities, including the awarding of outstanding employees, elders, and artists in the city. A thanksgiving mass and wreath laying ceremony will also be held on the 24th, the date established as Manila Day.

In other news, Manileños and tourists alike must brace themselves for a possible continuation of last week’s gloomy weather. As the wet season makes roads slick and slippery, citizens are advised to take extra precautions when commuting and travelling. In relation to travelling, x-ray machines have been installed by customs in order to prevent the smuggling of goods in the country.


Weather: Rainy season in Metro Manila brings showers and gloomy weather



The rainy season was officially welcomed by the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) [1], and this was evident when Metro Manila received intense rain throughout the past week. While tropical depression Domeng is already out of the country, a thunderstorm or two is still expected to fall from Monday to Friday, although the sun would be peeking from the clouds even on these days. To prepare for the weather, bring an umbrella and other rain protective gear.

Day temperature is expected to range between 31° to 33 °C [2]. This relatively low temperature means it’s time to take out the sweaters, hoodies, and jackets out of the closet since these pieces of clothing are essentials in coping with the cold breeze that comes with the rain.


Traffic News: Flood-prone areas and slippery roads



While there are currently no major news on road works and other issues that can affect the traffic situation this week, motorists are reminded to be cautious when in areas that can get easily flooded during the rainy season. Areas such as España, Cainta, Marikina, Quezon City, Pasay, and Mandaluyong are in the Metro Manila Development Authority’s (MMDA) list of identified flood-prone areas [3]. Also be reminded that roads might be slippery due to the rain, so drive safely.


Travel Updates



X-ray machines installed in NAIA

After the news about jewelry smugglers broke last month, seven new x-ray machines were installed in three terminals in the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). The x-ray machines are set to look for taxable items in carry-on bags, such as foreign currency, watches, jewelry, and luxury bags, as well as illegal drugs and other prohibited items. This bag examination is non-intrusive, as the practice of opening of bags for inspection has been suspended since April last year [4].


Wreath laying ceremony to be held on Manila Day

On June 24, a wreath laying ceremony will be conducted at Rizal Park. As such, tourists who will visit the park should expect a big crowd. Since Manila mayor Joseph Estrada is expected to attend, tight security is also likely to be implemented in the area on that day.



References:
[1] https://bit.ly/2sKknq4
[2] https://bit.ly/2kUWyHM
[3] https://bit.ly/2t2M1hi
[4] https://bit.ly/2JM4ENY
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About Denisse Shawntel Tan
Denisse Tan is currently a work in progress: she’s an aspiring writer, artist, and fashion designer! She’s trying to figure out how to manage her time in achieving all of her goals while also taking in life as humanly possible. Aside from art, she’s a big fan of the color pink, disco music, Bratz dolls, and Genshin Impact. By age 35, she plans to travel to New York City 🗽.
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