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Protect evacuees from COVID infection, DILG urged
Health Secretary Francisco Duque III warned of a "very strong possibility" of COVID-19 transmission in evacuation centers following Typhoon Ulysses.
He urged local government units and emergency responders to strictly observe minimum health standards to prevent virus spread among evacuees.
Duque recommended accommodating only one family per classroom or tent, ensuring proper ventilation, and isolating vulnerable individuals.
Senator Risa Hontiveros echoed these concerns, stating that evacuation centers could become COVID superspreaders if health protocols are not followed.
She emphasized the need to help evacuees avoid contracting COVID-19 after losing their homes and belongings.
Prior to Typhoon Ulysses, 64,500 families were preemptively evacuated, with an additional 44,194 families evacuated through rescue operations.
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