Gokseong-gun's Relentless Efforts to Block COVID-19 Influx

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] Gokseong-gun, Jeollanam-do announced on the 27th that it has canceled or postponed various events to prevent community transmission of COVID-19.

Currently, there have been no confirmed COVID-19 cases in Gokseong-gun. However, due to the nationwide spread, it is impossible to predict when and where the virus might be introduced and spread.

Accordingly, Gokseong-gun has canceled all events hosted by the county and decided to close public facilities. It has also urged private organizations, including various civil society groups, to refrain from holding events that gather large numbers of people.

The Ttukbang Market, which was scheduled to open every Saturday starting next month on the 7th, has been canceled until the 14th. Whether it will be held after the 14th will be decided based on the future trend of COVID-19 spread.

Additionally, the regular monthly assembly held at the government office at the beginning of each month will not be held in March. Public sports facilities such as the gateball court will be closed until March 8th for the time being, with the possibility of extending the closure depending on the situation.

Jotaeil Poetry Literature Memorial Hall, Seomjingang Cultural School, Tourist Information Center, Gokseong Leisure Culture Center, and Gokseong Community Hall will be temporarily closed until the COVID-19 situation improves.

A county official stated, “At times like this, the best way to respond is for the public and private sectors to trust each other and unite their hearts,” and asked for the cooperation of the residents.

Meanwhile, the county is also considering measures to prevent the local economy from stagnating due to COVID-19, such as suspending the operation of the cafeteria on Wednesdays and Fridays throughout March.

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