THE country has been displaying good signs of recovery from the latest surge of Covid-19 cases, at least for most of the regions, says the Department of Health and Research Group OCTA.
This has prompted some Metro Manila mayors to show interest in voting for the downgrading of Covid Alert Level status in their respective local government units by March.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) expresses readiness in the event that the de-escalation of alert status will be declared in selected areas.
“The most lenient Alert Level 1 will open prospects for more economic activities by lifting some restrictions on venue capacities, but the minimum public health standard is still in effect,” PNP Chief General Dionardo Carlos said as a reminder to the public that downgrading of the alert level status is just a transition to the new normal set-up.
Under Alert Level 1, there will be no age restriction for those who will move around in public places including interzonal travels, but subject to LGU rules.
The National Inter-Agency Task Force against Covid-19 guideline also stipulates that all establishments and government offices can fully operate. Religious gatherings and other forms of outdoor activities will be allowed.
“We have observed major improvements in our efforts to curb the spread of the coronavirus as reflected in the decreased number of cases and hospital utilization rate with increased vaccination coverage. The situation is better now because of the discipline that the public is showing. We expect to observe the same attitude even if the health protocol will be relaxed,” Carlos said.
With more people outside, the need for more intensified police visibility is imperative. Thus, the public can expect that police personnel will continue to monitor the flow of people to remind them of the health protocol.
