Manila Bulletin
Nograles calls for ‘patience, calm’ amid lockdown, assures COVID-19 can be defeated
Malacañang is appealing for patience and calm from the public as the government navigates the complexities and occasional confusion surrounding the Luzon-wide enhanced community quarantine.
Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles acknowledged that missteps and misunderstandings might occur during the implementation of the quarantine measures aimed at containing the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Nograles emphasized the importance of unity and a level-headed approach, stating that cooperation is key to overcoming this unprecedented crisis.
The Inter-agency Task Force (IATF) for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases has issued guidelines detailing the do's and don'ts of the enhanced community quarantine, which is in effect until April 13.
The Palace lauded the private sector and citizens for their 'bayanihan spirit' and encouraged everyone to contribute by staying home and following government advisories.
Gratitude was also extended to local government units (LGUs) for their cooperation and initiatives in supporting constituents during the quarantine.
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The entire island of Luzon is under an enhanced community quarantine from March 17 to April 13 to curb the spread of COVID-19, with strict home quarantine for over 53 million residents and increased police and military presence at checkpoints.
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