MRT train breaks down
MANILA, Philippines — The Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) unloaded around 800 passengers after a southbound train stalled upon reaching the Cubao station in Quezon City yesterday morning.
The MRT-3 said the train’s motor developed an electrical failure at around 5:30 a.m. due to worn-out sub-components. The affected train was brought to the MRT-3’s depot for repairs.
Meanwhile, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced yesterday the MRT-3 will be closed from today until April 1 for maintenance work.
The DOTr also said the Light Rail Transit Lines 1 and 2 will be closed from March 29 to April 1.
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority said the number coding scheme for city and provincial buses will be lifted today and April 2 while the scheme for all types of vehicles will be lifted on March 29 and 30.
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