Manila Bulletin
Mayor Sara suspends 21 domestic, 4 international flights out of Davao airport
Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte has ordered the suspension of at least 21 domestic and four international flights originating from the city's airport.
This measure is in response to the COVID-19 threat and aims to contain the spread of the virus.
The flight suspension, outlined in Executive Orders 12 and 13, aligns with the 14-day border closure of the Davao Region.
The suspension may be shortened to seven days based on a review by an Infectious Disease Specialist Consultant.
Previously, flights from Clark Airport to Davao were banned, and social gatherings were canceled to curb the virus's spread.
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