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Zambo Norte placed under province-wide community quarantine
Zamboanga del Norte province is implementing a general community quarantine from March 17 to April 14 to curb the spread of COVID-19.
The quarantine restricts the entry and exit of passengers via air, land, and sea, with exemptions for the transport of goods and essential personnel.
Travelers from high-risk areas, including Metro Manila and countries with confirmed cases, will be required to undergo mandatory self-quarantine.
Public access to beaches and recreational areas is prohibited, and religious gatherings are encouraged to use alternative methods.
Classes in all levels throughout the province were also suspended starting March 16.
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