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Cebu province outlines new rules under GCQ
Cebu province transitioned to a general community quarantine (GCQ) starting May 20, with some areas having different classifications.
Talisay City was shifted to a modified community quarantine (MECQ) from ECQ, while Mandaue City remains under ECQ due to rising COVID-19 cases.
Governor Gwen Garcia has issued Executive Order (EO) No. 17 outlining new public health standards under GCQ.
These standards include mandatory face masks, hand washing, temperature checks, and physical distancing.
A curfew is imposed from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. for non-exempt residents.
Residents below 21 years old, except for workers, and individuals with immunodeficiencies or other health risks are directed to observe 24-hour home quarantine, except for medical emergencies.
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