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125 evacuation centers to serve as coronavirus facilities – DPWH
Secretary Mark Villar announced that 125 evacuation centers nationwide are prepared to be converted into exclusive facilities for COVID-19 patients.
Of these, 110 evacuation centers have been completed with access to power and water, while connections are being facilitated for an additional 15.
The evacuation center in Butuan has already been converted and is serving COVID-19 patients.
Other potential sites inspected by the DPWH and DOH include locations in Tuguegarao, Isabela, Pampanga, Zambales, Nueva Ecija, and Kalinga.
In Dalaguete, Cebu, the evacuation center is being used for Persons Under Investigation or Monitoring, with bed arrangements adhering to the DOH's recommended distancing.
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