Health Experts Recommend 14-Day Lockdown in Negros Occidental
The Provincial Government of Negros Occidental is now planning to implement a 14-day lockdown or enhanced community quarantine in the province.
On Tuesday (March 24, 2020), Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson instructed the mayors of different cities and municipalities in Negros Occidental to be prepared for the possibility of a 14-day lockdown over the entire province during their meeting.
The City mayors who attended the meeting discussed the preparedness of the province regarding the possible implementation of the enhanced community quarantine to contain the spread of the coronavirus disease 2019.
The authorities would also conduct an inventory to determine if there are enough food and medical supplies during the lockdown period. The residents were advised to stay calm but prepared for any instances.
The local government units in the province said that the food rationing would prioritize the families who can’t afford to purchase food due to financial incapability. However, the delivery of basic necessities, food, and medical supplies would not be affected by the lockdown.
The Provincial Government of Negros Occidental aims to implement the proposed 14-day lockdown starting Monday (March 30, 2020). The province would allocate an amount of P1 million in every city and municipality as financial assistance.
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