SAN PEDRO CITY — Protesting jeepney drivers claimed paralyzing traffic by “almost 100 percent” in key cities in Laguna and elsewhere in Southern Tagalog during the Monday morning’s rush hour. Many jeepneys from San Pablo City, where key terminals are located, also joined the protest. Rosa City, the city government deployed vehicles and modern jeepney units for free rides to commuters affected by the strike. Several local government units in Laguna, Quezon, and Rizal canceled Monday’s classes. ADVERTISEMENTShortly before noon, Portea said the strike was a success and that they had established chokepoints or protest points in Laguna and Cavite provinces.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer September 30, 2019 07:07 UTC