Damyang-gun Lowers Social Distancing to Level 1.5 as COVID-19 Stabilizes

[Damyang=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] Damyang County, Jeonnam announced on the 26th that it will lower the social distancing level, which was raised due to the COVID-19 cluster outbreak, to level 1.5 starting from the 27th.

County Governor Choi Hyung-sik held a non-face-to-face briefing on the day to explain the current situation, future plans following the downgrade to level 1.5, and requests.

Since concerns about the resurgence of infections still remain, the county has decided to continue banning private gatherings of five or more people until the 2nd of next month, close the Dambit Swimming Pool, and open indoor and outdoor sports facilities only after all users have completed testing.

In addition, to prevent cluster infections, it plans to recommend frequent or regular diagnostic testing for elected public officials, political party officers, candidates for the 2022 local elections, and workers at multi-use facilities, who are expected to have frequent contact with many residents.

Furthermore, the temporary screening clinics set up at Changpyeong-myeon and Subuk-myeon health centers will operate until the 30th, and the county health center’s screening clinic will continue to operate to conduct diagnostic testing for all residents.

Governor Choi Hyung-sik said, “I sincerely thank all residents who cooperated to resolve the crisis situation caused by the COVID-19 cluster outbreak early,” and added, “Considering the fatigue of residents and the suffering of small business owners caused by the prolonged social distancing, we have taken measures to find a balance between quarantine and livelihood.”

He continued, “I hope everyone will actively participate in daily quarantine measures even though it is difficult,” and added, “Taking this cluster outbreak as a lesson, we will further strengthen the quarantine system meticulously to protect the lives and safety of residents and make every effort to maintain the image of clean Damyang as an ecological city.”

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