MMDA: Use of blinkers, 'wang-wang' only allowed during emergencies and official duty

Data from the HPG showed that 165 blinkers and 14 sirens were confiscated from motorists from July 1 to 12.

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MANILA, Philippines — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority said that it will comply with the parameters of the Philippine National Police Highway Patrol Group as authorities step up its crackdown against the unauthorized use of blinkers and sirens or “wang-wang”.

At a press briefing, MMDA Officer-in-Charge Director Baltazar Melgar said that the agency has issued a memorandum prohibiting all its officials and employees from using sirens and blinkers and other similar devices except under certain conditions.

Data from the HPG showed that 165 blinkers and 14 sirens were confiscated from motorists from July 1 to 12. Violators will be fined P5,000.

Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/07/14/2195348/mmda-use-blinkers-wang-wang-only-allowed-during-emergencies-and-official-duty