Tacloban extends quarantine until April 28

Tacloban City has extended its restrictive quarantine measures until April 28 to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Mayor Alfred Romualdez issued an executive order requiring individuals with high risk of infection, such as the elderly, pregnant women, and children, to remain at home.

Only one person per household is allowed to go out with a quarantine pass and must wear a mask.

Business establishments are ordered to stop operations except for essential services like hospitals and banks.

Land, sea, and air travel to and from the city are prohibited, with exceptions for essential personnel.

Residents from provinces with confirmed COVID-19 cases will be considered persons under monitoring or investigation and are prohibited from entering without proper clearance.

The prohibition on the sale and consumption of liquor is also extended.

Public utility vehicles are barred from entering the city, though public transport within the city can operate at half capacity with social distancing.

Classes in all levels remain suspended until April 28.