Angeles City declares state of calamity vs COVID-19

Angeles City has been placed under a state of calamity as a preemptive measure against COVID-19, despite no confirmed cases within the city.

This declaration allows the local government to utilize the Calamity and Quick Respond Fund for emergency procurement of essential supplies and equipment, including medical supplies, PPE, and testing kits.

Mayor Carmelo Lazatin Jr. stated that the move is to ensure the city's readiness and protect its constituents, urging residents not to panic.

The resolution mandates the strict enforcement of price ceilings on goods to prevent profiteering and hoarding, with the Local Price Coordination Council identifying commodities to monitor.

Goods sold in violation of price controls will be seized and distributed to the Angeles City COVID-19 Task Force.

The Rafael Lazatin Memorial Medical Center and the Philippine Rehabilitation Institute are designated as isolation areas for patients under investigation.

The city government is also preparing 20,000 emergency food packs, including 2,000 sacks of rice and 2,000 boxes of canned goods, for distribution to the poorest residents.