Metro may be ready for Alert Level 1

Metro Manila may be ready for Alert Level 1 due to decreasing coronavirus infections.

Health Secretary Francisco T. Duque III reported that the region's average attack rate is moderate and remains at low risk from COVID-19.

The health system usage is less than 30%, with 84% of seniors fully vaccinated.

Metro Manila mayors have voted to ease restrictions, aiming to open up the economy and generate jobs.

The Department of Health has adjusted its target vaccination rate for easing lockdowns further to 80% for the elderly and seriously ill adults.