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Strict protocols imposed in Baguio amid rise in cases
Baguio City recorded three new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, July 29, 2020, bringing the total to 103.
The new cases include a 35-year-old male with an unvalidated address, a 25-year-old male from San Carlos Heights, and a 23-year-old female from Barangay Andres Bonifacio.
The city now has 50 active cases, 51 recoveries, and two deaths.
Mayor Benjie Magalong stated that the city is experiencing a 'second wave' of COVID-19 infections, prompting the reimposition of stricter protocols.
These protocols include stricter border control, closure of public markets during the weekend for disinfection, and a liquor ban.
Thirteen barangays are currently under lockdown to facilitate contact tracing and disinfection efforts.
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