Laoag reverts to GCQ, requires antigen tests

Laoag City has reverted to a general community quarantine (GCQ) until May 26 due to rising COVID-19 cases.

All authorized persons outside residence (APORs) coming from lockdown areas are required to show a negative antigen test result taken within seven days when crossing checkpoints.

Mayor Michael Keon stated that securing vaccines for at least 70% of the city's population is crucial to achieve herd immunity and control the spread of the virus.