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Ilocos Norte: 8 towns, 1 city under modified lockdown starting July 23
Batac City and eight other towns in Ilocos Norte were placed under Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine (MECQ) starting Friday, July 23, due to a surge in COVID-19 cases.
The affected areas include the City of Batac and the municipalities of Bangui, Dingras, Dumalneg, Marcos, Pagudpud, Paoay, Pasuquin, and Solsona.
As of July 21, Ilocos Norte had 1,624 active COVID-19 cases, with Laoag City recording the highest number at 765 cases, accounting for 47% of the provincial total.
Batac City, Bangui, and Paoay have among the highest number of cases in the past week, contributing to the provincial active cases rising by over 500.
Restrictions include a curfew and liquor ban in these localities from 9 pm to 4 am.
Gatherings are prohibited, indoor religious gatherings are limited to 25 persons or 30% of venue capacity, and wakes are limited to nine days.
Entertainment venues with live performers, recreational venues, and contact sports courts are not allowed to operate.
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