Light Rail Manila Corp. (LRMC) announced on Friday a temporary three-weekend suspension of LRT-1 operations to pave the way for LRT-1 Cavite Extension Phase 1 opening in the fourth quarter 2024.
LRMC would implement the temporary suspension on Saturdays and Sundays of Aug. 17 to 18, Aug. 24 to 25 and Aug. 31 to Sept. 1, 2024.
It said that no commercial train service would be available from Fernando Poe Jr. Station to Baclaran Station during those periods.
The three-weekend closure aims to integrate the existing system of LRT-1 with the Cavite Extension in terms of signaling system, perform systems operation demonstration tests and conduct the necessary operational exercises to ensure the safety and reliability of the extended system.
“This system migration is a critical step in ensuring the safe and efficient operations of the extended LRT-1 line. We understand the inconvenience this may cause to our passengers; however, we would like to assure that the temporary closures will result to long-term convenience once the extended LRT-1 line becomes operational. We are working diligently to complete this project as safely, efficiently, and quickly as possible,” LRMC general manager Enrico Benipayo said.
The new signaling baseline will integrate the operations of the five new stations under Phase 1 from Redemptorist-Aseana Station to Dr. Santos (formerly Sucat) Station with the existing system from Fernando Poe Jr. Station to Baclaran Station.
The construction of the LRT-1 Cavite Extension Phase 1 is progressing as scheduled with its almost 99-percent completion rate as of end-May 2024.
LRMC, together with the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA), coordinated with various government partners such as the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), and the local government units of Quezon City, Caloocan City, Manila City, and Pasay City in order to support the affected commuters.
LRMC advised commuters to plan their trips during the temporary weekend closure of LRT-1 and utilize alternative transportation options such as buses, EDSA Carousel, and jeepneys.
LRMC also coordinated with LTFRB for the provision of additional buses, as well as requested additional traffic enforcers and crowd control measures from MMDA and local government partners. Further details on the alternative transportation options will be shared to the general public in the coming days.
LRMC appeals to the public for understanding and cooperation as it implements this crucial step to improve the overall LRT-1 passenger experience.
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