Manila Bulletin
Bacolod downgrades to Alert Level 1
Bacolod City is set to transition to Alert Level 1 starting Tuesday, a move Mayor Evelio Leonardia attributes to the cooperation of residents in adhering to health protocols.
Mayor Leonardia expressed gratitude to the citizens, stating their unity and support have been crucial in achieving this milestone.
He views the de-escalation to the lowest alert level as a validation of the city government's effective strategies in managing the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bacolod City was previously under Alert Level 2, having been downgraded from Alert Level 3 before February 16.
The shift to Alert Level 1, effective from March 1 to 15, was announced by acting presidential spokesperson Karlo Nograles.
This de-escalation was facilitated by Bacolod City's high vaccination rate and a substantial decrease in COVID-19 infections.
As of Sunday, the Department of Health-Western Visayas reported that Bacolod City has 238 active COVID-19 cases.
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