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Iloilo City ready to test inbound travelers to mitigate Omicron risk
Iloilo City has raised its alert status due to the threat of the Omicron variant of COVID-19, despite currently having no confirmed cases.
Mayor Jerry Treñas announced that inbound travelers from the National Capital Region (NCR), Cebu, and Boracay Island will be tested.
An executive order will be issued on new testing requirements and other protocols for those entering the city.
Mayor Treñas emphasized the importance of booster shots for added protection against Omicron and urged residents to get vaccinated.
He noted the rising cases in the NCR and the need for protection against the Omicron variant, especially after the holiday season and influx of travelers.
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