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2K LSIs bound for Mindanao arrive in Sorsogon
The government's Hatid Tulong Program aims to help locally stranded individuals (LSIs) return to their provinces from Metro Manila.
On July 5, approximately 2,000 LSIs bound for Mindanao arrived in Sorsogon after traveling on 80 buses.
These LSIs are set to continue their journey to various Mindanao cities including Cagayan De Oro, Davao City, and General Santos.
LSIs bound for Caraga Region, Western Visayas, and Eastern Visayas are not included due to a moratorium status resulting from high COVID-19 case risks.
Registered LSIs undergo rapid COVID-19 testing, and those with negative results are issued a travel authority.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) provides security for the returning LSIs in coordination with their respective local government units.
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