Angeles implements stricter COVID-19 measures, suspends work

Angeles City implemented stricter measures to curb the spread of COVID-19 after reports that all quarantine and health facilities in the city are overwhelmed with patients.

Mayor Carmelo Lazatin Jr. ordered the establishment of checkpoints at entry and exit points, requiring individuals from ECQ areas to show negative RT-PCR or rapid antigen test results taken within 48 hours.

On March 30, the city government suspended work in all offices starting Tuesday until April 5 to ensure employee safety and facilitate disinfection of city hall premises.

Offices providing basic services, health care, disaster response, and other vital functions were exempt from the suspension.