The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) intends to improve community safety by increasing the number of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras in areas identified as dead spots.
These cameras will enable real-time monitoring for emergency responses and provide crucial evidence during incident investigations.
The installation was addressed by MMDA General Manager Nicolas Torre III in a meeting with traffic district heads on Thursday, Jan. 29.
Currently, the agency operates over 1,000 cameras monitoring primary thoroughfares like EDSA, C-5 Road, and Roxas Boulevard to enhance traffic management and road safety.
This initiative aligns with MMDA chairman Don Artes’ directive to develop concrete strategies for analyzing traffic challenges and accidents.
The partnership aims for the effective enforcement of ordinances and the systematic implementation of road policies across the metropolis.
Additionally, Torre stated the MMDA will enforce a five-minute response policy for traffic accidents to prevent further congestion. He previously shared this strategy with the mayors of San Juan and Pateros, highlighting potential collaborative projects to improve response times on primary roads.
