Gangneung-si to Implement 'Social Distancing Level 1.5' Starting from the 3rd
Lifting of 'Gathering Ban' Also for Industries Previously Prohibited from Assembly
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[Asia Economy Reporter La Young-cheol] Gangneung City has determined that the infection rate in the Jumunjin-eup area has stabilized and will apply social distancing level 1.5 within the city starting at midnight on the 3rd, in line with other regions.
According to the city on the 2nd, with this adjustment in the distancing level, the ban on gatherings for previously restricted businesses (entertainment bars, karaoke rooms, coffee shops, sojubangs) will be lifted.
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In celebration of Family Month in May, as movement increases due to various events and gatherings, the city has decided to apply administrative measures or penalties under a zero-tolerance policy for violations of quarantine rules due to the increased risk of infection.
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