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10 barangays in Navotas placed under ECQ
Ten barangays in Navotas City have been placed under enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) from May 23 to May 31 to curb the rising number of COVID-19 cases.
The affected barangays are Daanghari, NBBN, NBBS Dagat-dagatan, NBBS Kanluran, NBBS Proper, San Jose, San Roque, Sipac Almacen, Tangos North, and Tangos South.
Navotas City currently has 138 confirmed COVID-19 cases.
Mayor Toby Tiangco stated that the ECQ aims to reduce people's movement and lower transmission risks.
Only individuals with home quarantine passes can go out to buy necessities on their barangay's scheduled market days.
Essential workers, including those at the Navotas Fish Port, are allowed to leave their homes to work but must bring company identification.
All individuals leaving their homes must wear face masks, practice physical distancing, and avoid crowding.
Children and senior citizens are not allowed to go out except in emergencies.
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