MMDA warns of heavy traffic along EDSA amid Iglesia ni Cristo protest

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) advised motorists to avoid the northbound and southbound lanes of EDSA amid the heavy traffic caused by the gathering of the religious group Iglesia ni Cristo at the People Power Monument on Monday.

“Sa EDSA northbound, asahan ang matinding pagbagal ng daloy ng trapiko dahil sa mga raliyista at mga sasakyang nakaparada sa kahabaan ng White Plains Avenue,” the advisory said.

(On EDSA northbound, expect extremely slow traffic flow due to protesters and vehicles parked along White Plains Avenue.)

“Samantala, sa EDSA southbound, ang pagsisikip ng daloy ng trapiko ay umaabot na hanggang sa Main Avenue,” it added.

(Meanwhile, on EDSA southbound, the traffic buildup has already reached Main Avenue.)

The MMDA encouraged motorists to find alternative routes.

Due to the heavy traffic, nearby schools decided to dismiss classes and shift to an online setup until Wednesday, July 1.

Meanwhile, Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) will remain fully operational on Tuesday for the benefit of commuters affected by the protest action. —Vince Angelo Ferreras/RF, GMA News