Goheung-gun Temporarily Closes ‘Gwayeok and Donggang Traditional Markets’ to Prevent COVID-19 Spread

[Goheung=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] Goheung County in Jeonnam announced on the 24th that, due to the elevation of COVID-19 social distancing to level 2 and the rapid increase in confirmed cases, it will temporarily close two traditional markets, Gwaryeok Traditional Market and Donggang Traditional Market, from the 25th of this month until January 6 of next year to prevent the spread of the infection.

The temporary closure applies to the 5-day markets held at Gwaryeok Traditional Market and Donggang Traditional Market, while the existing permanent markets and store-type markets within the traditional markets will operate normally.

County Governor Song Guigeun said, “The 5-day traditional markets attract many merchants from other regions, so we have no choice but to close them temporarily. We ask for the understanding of the residents and will do our best to ensure that after this short temporary closure, residents can use the markets with peace of mind again.”

A county official stated, “With the social distancing level raised, all risk factors must be blocked to prevent community spread. We will proactively respond to quarantine activities to alleviate residents’ concerns and maintain a safe living environment.”

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