As for the MRT-3’s security unit, it has also started to apply stricter security measure in its train line. Meanwhile, the LRT-1 management also confirmed that it has started to implement the directive regarding the security measures of authorities. LRT-1 Corporate Communications head Rochelle Gamboa told INQUIRER.net in a phone interview that bottled drinks should be consumed before entering its stations. READ: LRT1 enforces stricter security measures following Mindanao blastsThe ban on bottled water and other liquid stemmed on the directive of the NCRPO chief Director Guillermo Eleazar. Eleazar said that these liquid items could be harmful chemicals that may endanger the lives of train passengers.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer January 31, 2019 07:52 UTC