Jungnang-gu's Full-Scale COVID-19 Response Shines Under Social Distancing Level 2

Rapid and Prompt Response Noted with On-site Inspection of Religious Facility Gatherings and Temporary Screening Clinic Installation on the 23rd... Implementation of One-Strike-Out Policy and Mandatory Mask Wearing in Multi-use Facilities

[Asia Economy Reporter Jong-il Park] The momentum of COVID-19 shows no signs of slowing down due to cluster infections centered in the Seoul metropolitan area.

With close contacts, n-th generation infection cases, ‘dark patients’ whose infection routes are unknown, and asymptomatic confirmed cases emerging, concerns about the spread of the virus are rising. In response, Jungnang-gu (District Mayor Ryu Gyeong-gi) is making every effort to prevent the spread of infectious diseases within the district.

First, since cluster infections in the metropolitan area originated from specific religious facilities, continuous on-site inspections of religious facilities are being conducted to prepare for any emergencies.

On the 23rd, the district conducted on-site inspections targeting 52 facilities out of 242 religious facilities in the area, focusing on those suspected of violating quarantine rules or those not yet inspected, to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

In addition, the ‘One Strike Out’ policy will be enforced for violations of quarantine rules at 1,377 multi-use facilities of 12 types within the district.

The targeted facilities include academies with fewer than 300 people, general restaurants larger than 150㎡, performance halls, and others. The district plans to conduct continuous on-site inspections and respond strictly with measures such as a two-week suspension order if violations are detected.

Also, following the mandatory mask-wearing policy implemented from midnight on the 23rd, wearing masks is required both indoors and outdoors throughout Jungnang-gu. After an advisory period until October 12, fines will be imposed for violations starting October 13.

Ryu Gyeong-gi, Mayor of Jungnang-gu, stated, “We will continue to actively respond to COVID-19. Although the heat may cause discomfort, since the situation remains serious due to COVID-19, we ask everyone to strictly follow personal hygiene rules such as wearing masks.”

On the 22nd, following the confirmation of a COVID-19 case among students in a local school, Jungnang-gu installed a temporary screening clinic at the school over the weekend and conducted a full investigation. All tested negative, and the immediate disclosure of this information helped alleviate residents’ concerns, receiving great support.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.