Mandatory Mask Wearing 'Administrative Order' in All Areas of Sejong

As the number of confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus infection has been in the triple digits for the fifth consecutive day, citizens are wearing masks as they head to work. Photo by Jinhyung Kang aymsdream@

[Asia Economy (Sejong) Reporter Jeong Il-woong] Wearing masks will be mandatory both indoors and outdoors throughout all areas of Sejong.

Sejong City issued an administrative order on the 24th at midnight, mandating mask-wearing in all locations within the city until further notice.

The administrative order was issued in response to the recent rapid spread of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19) and reflects the fact that wearing masks is the fundamental and most effective measure in daily quarantine.

Accordingly, residents and visitors in Sejong must wear masks indoors and outdoors at all times, except in unavoidable situations such as when consuming food.

The city plans to implement a guidance period for the administrative order until October 12, after which a fine of up to 100,000 KRW will be imposed on those who violate the mask-wearing mandate.

Additionally, the city intends to claim compensation for quarantine costs related to testing, investigation, and treatment arising from violations of quarantine rules (including the administrative order).

Prior to the mask mandate, the city also issued an administrative order banning gatherings for small religious events and required COVID-19 testing for attendees of worship services related to Seoul Sarang Jeil Church and the Gwanghwamun rally.

Lee Chun-hee, Mayor of Sejong City, stated, “The speed of COVID-19 spread has recently accelerated significantly, and many cases with unknown infection routes have occurred nationwide, making quarantine efforts more difficult,” emphasizing, “Active cooperation from citizens is necessary to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the community.”

He added, “Research shows that simply wearing a mask can greatly reduce the possibility of COVID-19 infection,” and urged, “Wearing masks is the best quarantine measure to protect yourself, your family, and the community, and we ask for the active participation and cooperation of citizens.”

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