Jeonju City Implements High-Intensity Quarantine Measures to Combat COVID-19 Spread

Temporary Closure of Public Facilities and Special Inspection of Private Facilities

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[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Hong Jaehee] Jeonju City, Jeollabuk-do, is taking strong measures to curb the spread of COVID-19 by temporarily closing public indoor facilities and implementing high-intensity quarantine measures for private facilities.

On the 18th, Vice Mayor Choi Myung-gyu announced a COVID-19 quarantine plan in the city hall briefing room to strengthen quarantine measures for public facilities used by many citizens and to conduct special inspections of private facilities.

This measure follows the occurrence of a record high of five confirmed cases in Jeonju during the recent Liberation Day holiday, including one overseas entrant.

The main points of the strengthened quarantine measures are ▲temporary closure of public indoor facilities ▲high-intensity quarantine measures for open outdoor facilities ▲special guidance and supervision of high-risk private multi-use facilities.

First, the city decided to temporarily close public indoor facilities such as welfare facilities, indoor sports facilities, libraries, and museums, considering the overall impact on the local economy and citizens' daily lives.

Outdoor public facilities including soccer fields and daycare centers for childcare will remain open but will be subject to high-intensity quarantine measures such as mask-wearing, disinfection, and temperature checks.

Additionally, special guidance and supervision will be strengthened for high-risk private multi-use facilities frequently used by many citizens.

The city plans to strengthen guidance and supervision of high-risk facilities such as game arcades, pubs, and karaoke rooms in cooperation with Jeollabuk-do, and will thoroughly supervise wedding halls and funeral homes regarding visitor temperature checks and guestbook entries.

Vice Mayor Choi Myung-gyu said, “As community transmission intensifies and the nation faces a disaster situation, Jeonju City will do its utmost to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and ensure citizens' safety by mobilizing all available resources. We ask citizens to wear masks when using public transportation such as city buses and taxis, and to strictly follow infection prevention rules, including wearing masks in daily life at home.”

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