MANILA, Philippines - The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority said that starting it will launch on Friday an app for android phone users, where they will update motorists on road accidents along major thoroughfares in the metropolis.
MMDA chairman Francis Tolentino said that the MMDA Accident Alerts Application will provide reliable information through the Internet dedicated initially to road vehicular accidents.
"Motorists and even commuters will now be informed of all vehicular accidents along the major roads through this application. As such, they can plan their travel accordingly and avoid routes where accidents occur," Tolentino said.
Users of the MMDA Accident Alerts app can see road accidents in street and map views as well as a list and history of accidents.
The areas covered by the app will be based on the MMDA Traffic Navigator set-up and will be updated hourly.
Tolentino said the system will rely primarily on the CCTV cameras of MMDA as well as reports sent in by traffic enforcers and field personnel particularly in areas where there are no surveillance cameras.
Some of the areas covered by the app are Edsa, C-5 road, SLEX, Roxas Boulevard, Quezon Avenue, España, Ortigas Avenue, Commonwealth Avenue, and Marcos Highway.
Tolentino said the flooding and road reblockings will also be included in the app in the future.
“It will also be available for the iOs platform soon. This application will be useful in decongesting our roads as the motorists can plan their trips effectively,” Tolentino added.