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PNP: 29 areas under granular lockdown nationwide amid COVID-19 threat
The number of granular lockdown areas nationwide has increased to 29 from 27, with 22 of these located in Metro Manila.
The National Capital Region Police Office reported 22 lockdown areas, while Mimaropa reported six and the Cordillera region reported one.
A total of 70 individuals are currently affected by granular lockdowns in the National Capital Region.
Metro Manila is under Alert Level 3 until January 15 due to a sharp increase in COVID-19 cases.
The Philippines reported 5,434 additional COVID-19 infections on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 2,861,119.
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Five areas in Metro Manila are currently under granular lockdown, with all located in Manila.
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Malacañang is urging local government units (LGUs) to implement granular lockdowns if COVID-19 cases surge in their respective areas.
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The Philippine National Police (PNP) is coordinating with local government units (LGUs) in Metro Manila to implement stricter health protocols under Alert Level 3, effective January 3.
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Bulacan, Cavite, and Rizal were placed under Alert Level 3 from January 5 to 15, 2022, due to a sharp increase in COVID-19 cases.
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The National Capital Region (NCR) was placed under Alert Level 3 from January 3 to 15, 2022, due to a significant rise in COVID-19 cases.
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