Metro Manila mayors to recommend Alert Level 1 by March

Updated Thu, February 24, 2022 at 12:20 AM Published Mon, February 21, 2022 at 3:24 PM

Metro Manila mayors unanimously agreed to recommend the de-escalation of the region to Alert Level 1 from Alert Level 2 starting March 1, 2022.

The recommendation is based on the improvement in the COVID-19 situation, high vaccination rate, and the desire to open up the economy.

COVID-19 data shows the positivity rate dropping to 4.64 percent and healthcare utilization rate on a downward trend.

If moved to Alert Level 1, all activities will be allowed to operate at 100 percent capacity, and travel will be permitted without restrictions based on age or comorbidities.

The Philippine National Police (PNP) is preparing for the possible downgrading of the COVID Alert to Level 1 status.

PNP preparations include increased police visibility to ensure health safety protocols are still followed amid expected increased travel.

The PNP chief stated that Alert Level 1 will open prospects for more economic activities by lifting some restrictions on venue capacities, but minimum public health standards remain in effect.

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