Bacolod City under MECQ due to COVID-19 surge

Bacolod City was placed under Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine (MECQ) from September 8 to September 30 due to a surge in COVID-19 cases, a decision approved by President Rodrigo Duterte following an Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) recommendation.

Mayor Evelio Leonardia stated the upgraded quarantine, outlined in Executive Order No. 60, is to slow local transmissions and remind citizens of the government's concern for their health.

As of September 8, Bacolod City had 2,056 COVID-19 cases, including 1,291 active cases, 735 recoveries, and 30 deaths.

Under MECQ, residents must observe strict home quarantine and require a quarantine pass to leave for essential goods and services.

Public transportation is suspended, and movement into and out of the city is limited, except for essential purposes.

However, commissioned shuttle services for employees of permitted establishments and government-provided point-to-point transport for healthcare workers are allowed.