Cebu City is now on the second day under general community quarantine (GCQ). Other than opening of business sectors and allowing employees to report back to work, nothing really has changed from the previous ECQ classification. Not everyone is allowed to go out from their homes.
Cebu City Mayor Edgar Labella reported the city has recorded additional 165 new COVID-19 recoveries today, June 2. This brings the city’s total to 1,160 recoveries or 48.15%.
Breakdown of new recoveries are as follows:
Mambaling – 138
Mabolo – 2
Sawang – 12
Guadalupe – 1
Suba – 1
Ermita – 1
Labangon – 5
Pasil – 5
Mayor Labella also cited that the city’s active cases are at 1,222 or 50.72% and the case fatality rate remains very low at 1.12%.
The Cebu City Health Department (CCHD) has yet to release the final report of COVID-19 cases count later today.
We have logged an additional 165 new recoveries today, bringing our total to 1,160 recoveries or 48.15%. Breakdown of…
Sugboanons, let’s do our part. Don’t leave your homes unless necessary, practice good hygiene, get tested when advised by the local authorities, and follow the protocols.
Just like you, I have also lost track of time and day ever since the lockdown started. I didn’t even notice that we are already halfway through the year 2020.
With that being said, I guess you should check your calendars and mark them for these wonderful Astronomical events for the whole month of June. Yes, we will be delighted with a beautiful skyline during these days.
Don’t miss these dates:
Strawberry Full Moon + Lunar Eclipse
June 6, 2020 at 1:45AM (Philippine time)
Strawberry Full Moon: starts showing after sunset on June 6, 2020 (Saturday)
Lunar Eclipse: June 6, 2020 (Saturday)
Starts at 1:45 AM to 5:04 AM
Peak time at 3:24 AM
Conjunction of Moon, Jupiter and Saturn
June 9, 2020 at 1:21AM (Philippine time)
Summer Solstice (longest day of the year)
June 21, 2020 (Whole day)
Annual Solar Eclipse (Ring of Fire)
June 21, 2020:
Partial solar eclipse first begins: 11:46AM
Annular eclipse first begins: 12:48PM
Greatest or maximum eclipse: 2:40PM
Annular eclipse finally ends: 4:32PM
Partial solar eclipse finally ends: 5:34PM
We're almost half way of the year 2020! 😮 Bisan pa ug lisod pa i gawas ron, these Astronomical Events in June are worth…
Make sure to not miss those dates so mark them while you’re at it. It’s always great to look at something different after months of being quarantined.
Be ready to scream your gut out because after years of waiting, the “Train to Busan” sequel, Train to Busan Presents: Peninsula, finally has a release date in the Philippines.Â
The scary hit Korean zombie film is set to be released on July according to Pioneer Films. No exact date was given yet.
The sequel Peninsula is set four years after the zombie outbreak in South Korea. It follows a soldier Jung-seok (Gang Dong-won) who is forced to “relive the horror when assigned to a covert operation with two simple objectives: retrieve and survive.
When his team unexpectedly stumbles upon survivors, their lives will depend on whether the best—or worst—of human nature prevails in the direst of circumstances.”
Watch the trailer below:
Who doesn’t want a good zombie movie right? This will definitely be worth the wait.
Cebu is still placed under general community quarantine (GCQ) until June 15, 2020. In case we shift to the ‘more relaxed’ Modified GCQ, movie theaters will be allowed to operate at 50% capacity.
As those of us from Cebu are already aware, the island is one of the most beautiful and enjoyable spots in the whole of the Philippines. Aside from it being known as the Queen City of the South, people who have never visited may be unaware of all the gems this stunning region has to offer.
For anyone interested in visiting this wonderful province, or those who live here and want to discover more, here are the five top ways to keep entertained in Cebu.
Museum Hopping
There are a number of beautiful historic attractions in Cebu, and one of the most important ones is the Cebu Heritage monument. It is made up of various sculptures which depict the history of Cebu. These include the Basilica del Santo Nino, the Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Saint John the Baptist Church.
Waterfront Hotel & Casino
Of all the amazing resorts to stay at in Cebu, the Waterfront Hotel & Casino is one of the best in terms of the sheer range of activities on offer. If you’re interested in gambling, you’ll enjoy the fact that there are casino games on offer at this hotel, including roulette and blackjack, which you can practice at home before you play in person, if you wish, after consulting the place to find your bonus online in order to choose which casino to play at. In addition to that, there is a modern swimming pool along with a range of fancy restaurants run by top chefs.
Diving
The waters around Cebu are ideal for diving, with an abundance of exotic marine life for divers to see. The most famous attraction in these parts is the whale shark. These huge fish are known for being friendly and letting people swim alongside them. The Oslob Whale Shark Company guarantees that customers will get the chance to witness the world’s largest fish when they take a tour.
Mountain View Nature Park
A great way to enjoy the beautiful scenery in Cebu is to visit the Mountain View Nature Park in the mountainside region of Busay. The spot provides stunning panoramic views of Cebu city and the surrounding areas and allows you to see for miles. Along with the viewing decks, there is a swimming pool, a children’s playground, and a botanical garden. This makes it a fun day out for the whole family.
Taoist Temple
The Cebu Taoist Temple is another stunning piece of architecture considered a must-see location in Cebu City. This multi-tiered attraction with a number of routes leading up to it was built by the city’s Chinese community in 1972. The entrance is designed to be a replica of the Great Wall of China, and there are stunning dragon sculptures decorating the exterior.
Of course, the list of amazing things to see and do in Cebu goes way beyond this list. Some other standout options include visiting the bustling malls or taking a trip to fast food joint Jollibee.
Try recommending these places to a friend who’s never visited Cebu, and they are sure to fall in love with it.
Say ‘hello’ to your next staycation and bid your ‘fake-cation’ a goodbye.
Hotel bookings will be re-opened for tourists in some areas. If the area is placed under modified general community quarantine, hotels will be allowed to re-open, said the Department of Tourism (DOT).
Administrative Order 2020-002 allows:
Hotels
Resorts
Motels
Homestays
And other accommodation facilities
to accept tourists and business travelers in their areas, given that they follow the 50% capacity.
Other hotel facilities will then be allowed to resume their operations too.
As of writing, hotels can only cater to guests with:
Prior bookings
Long-staying guests
Travelers in transit
Distressed or repatriated OFWs
Stranded passengers
Health workers
Government frontliners
Private employees billeted by their companies
The whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and Cebu Province — has been placed under GCQ. We hope to expect for Cebu to shift to MGCQ after June 15.
Bughat ang tawag sa grabeng kaluya ug kakapoy sa lawas labi na sa mga inahan nga bag-o lang nanganak. Mahimo usab kining masinati sa mga Inahan sa dihang padulong na unta maayo sa sakit pero mabalikan ug kaluya ug ubos na resistensya sa lawas. Kasagaran, labad sa ulo, pamuypoy ug pamaol sa lawas ug hilanat ang mga sintomas sa bughat.
Kasagarang ma-bughat ang mga inahan nga bag-o lang nanganak. Kini tungod sa grabeg kakapoy ug stress sa lawas gikan sa pagpanganak ug wala pay tarung ug taas na pahuway. Usa ka sensitibong proseso ang post-partum nga nagkinahanglan ug extra nga attention. Kung mabughat ka, posibling makasinati ka niining ubang mga sintomas:
Hilanat
Pamuypoy ug pamaol sa lawas
Labad sa ulo
Pagpamugnaw
Dehydration- kakulang sa tubig sa lawas
Unsay tambal niini?
1. Pahuway ug tarung. Ayaw pugsa pagtrabaho ug paglihok aron mubalik ang kusog sa imong lawas.
2. Relax. Ayaw ka stress. Timan-i nga wa ka nag-inusara. Naay dghan nga mga Inahan nga nakasinati sa imong gibati usab.
3. Kaon sa sakto nga oras. Likayi nga ma pasmo. Kaon usab ug sustansyadong pagkaon sama sa mga utanon ug prutas.
4. Ayaw kaulaw ug pangayog tabang sa imong bana ug mga parente sa pagbantay sa imong anak. Ayaw akoa ang tibuok responsibilidad sa pagbantay sa bata.
5. Tumar ug Paracetamol + Caffeine. Ang Paracetamol usa ka fever reducer and pain reliever. Ang caffeine mao ang mupa-abtik sa epekto sa tambal sa atong lawas para sa paspas ng recovery.
Abtik-banat sa Bughat
Ang PARACETAMOL + CAFFEINE (Rexidol Forte) kombinasyon sa Paracetamol ug Caffeine. Abtik-banat pildi dili lang ang bughat, hasta labad sa ulo, pamaol ug hilanat. Kada tableta adunay Paracetamol nga makapaubos ug hilanat ug tambal sa sakit sa lawas ug pamaol. Ang Caffeine makatabang aron paspas mu-epekto ang paracetamol para makabangon dayon ka.
PARACETAMOL + CAFFEINE (Rexidol Forte)
Abtik-banat pildi dili lang ang bughat, hasta labad sa ulo, pamaol ug hilanat.
PARACETAMOL + CAFFEINE is the generic name of Rexidol Forte.
General community quarantine (GCQ) is still quite new for many Cebuanos; especially for those who reside in Cebu City and Mandaue City. The Province of Cebu and Lapu-Lapu City have been under GCQ since May 15, 2020.
To at least give clarity and straightforward information and guidelines, we have rounded up the details on what you should know about GCQ.
For more detailed guidelines, you may refer to the attached Executive Orders at the end of the article.
ALLOWED
NOT ALLOWED
– Individuals not below 21 y/o and not above 60 y/o (Curfew: 10PM-5AM) – Malls (non-leisure only) – Buying and selling of alcoholic beverages – Public transpo: Buses, jeepneys, v-hires, taxis, Grab at 50% capacity and strict physical distancing – Private transpo: All private vehicles are allowed but must follow Number Coding Scheme – More business sectors; returning employees may present company ID or COE – Barbershops & Salons starting June 7 (basic cutting services only) – Non-contact outdoor activities: Jogging, Biking, Golf, Swimming, Skateboarding
– Individuals under 21 y/o and above 60 y/o; individuals with health conditions and pregnant women – Movement or travel for leisure purposes – Mass gathering (Parties, Convention, Mass) – Gyms, Sports Facilities, Cinemas, Karaoke – Travel and tourist spots – Personal care (massage, facial, sauna) – Internet cafes, Libraries, Amusement centers
✔ Quarantine Pass is still required for non-workers; employees may present Company ID or Certificate of Employment (COE)
✔ Mandatory wearing of face masks
✔ Number coding scheme for vehicles
✔ Border control and checkpoints (Must present vehicle/quarantine pass or company ID/COE)
Number coding scheme:
Mon, Wed, Fri
Tue, Thu, Sat
Sun
Cebu City
Ending in: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 (ODD)
Ending in: 2, 4, 6, 8, 0 (EVEN)
12:00AM-11:59AM (ODD) 12:00NN-11:59PM (EVEN)
Mandaue City
Ending in: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 (ODD)
Ending in: 2, 4, 6, 8, 0 (EVEN)
12:00AM-11:59AM (ODD) 12:00NN-11:59PM (EVEN)
Lapu-Lapu City
Ending in: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 (ODD)
Ending in: 2, 4, 6, 8, 0 (EVEN)
5:01AM-11:59AM (ODD) 12:00NN-9:59PM (EVEN)
NOTE: Numbers above refer to the last number of the vehicle’s plate number.
Public Transportation
Buses, jeepneys (modern & public), v-hires, taxis, and Grab will now be allowed to operate at 50% capacity, strict physical distancing, and other health protocols mandated by the LTFRB.
Cebu North:
Temporary bus terminal: CityMall in Consolacion town
Routes: Consolacion to Tabuelan, Tuburan, Bogo City, Maya in Daanbantayan, Lambusan in San Remigio via Hagnaya, and on to Bantayan Island.
Cebu South:
Temporary bus terminal: Cebu South Coastal Road on the Lantaw Restaurant property
Routes: Talisay City to Samboan, Balamban, Pinamungajan, Asturias, Barili, Carcar, Dumanjug, and Sibonga.
Jeepneys
ECQ vs GCQ vs MGCQ
Executive Orders
Cebu City
Lapu-Lapu City
Mandaue City
Cebu Province
This covers all the towns and cities in Cebu outside Cebu City, Mandaue City, and Lapu-Lapu City.
Two of the leading airlines in the country, Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific are all set to resume select domestic and international flights this June 2020 as the country shifts to a more relaxed community quarantine.
Both airlines ensure safety of the passengers and staff as they implement stricter preventive measures and sanitation protocols set by various international healthy and aviation organizations and local health authorities.
These are just some of the ‘new normal’ guidelines to note:
Disinfection and cleaning of aircrafts between flights and upon parking in boneyards.
Passengers will be required to wear face masks
Aircraft personnel will be required to wear personal protective equipment
Online check-in will also be encouraged to minimize contact with the ground personnel. They are advised to come to the airport at least three (3) hours early as check-in counters will be closed 60 minutes before the flight.
When carrying more than two luggage, assign only one representative to go to the baggage drop-off counter. Upon boarding, passengers will be required to hold out their boarding passes with the barcode facing the airline staff, for touchless scanning.
Always observe physical distancing as guided by the seat and floor markers, even when boarding through the aerobridge or buses.
Pilots and cabin crew members are required to undergo rapid antibody testing before boarding their flights.
Philippine Airlines Flights
INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS
June 1 to 30, 2020
MANILA – LOS ANGELES – MANILA
June 8 and 10
Every Mon / Wed / Thu / Sun (Effective June 11)
Every Mon / Wed / Thu / Sat / Sun (Effective June 15)
MANILA – SAN FRANCISCO – MANILA
June 1 and 10
Every Mon / Wed / Fri / Sun (Effective June 11)
MANILA – NEW YORK (JFK) – MANILA
Every Thu / Sun (Effective June 11)
Every Wed / Thu / Sun (Effective June 22)
MANILA – HONOLULU – MANILA
Every Tue / Sat (Effective June 13)
MANILA – GUAM
June 12
Every Fri / Mon (Effective June 15)
GUAM – MANILA
June 13
Every Sat / Tue (Effective June 15)
MANILA – VANCOUVER – MANILA
June 10 and 14
Every Wed / Thu / Sun (Effective June 15)
MANILA – TORONTO – MANILA
June 14, 17, 21
Every Mon / Wed / Sun (Effective June 22)
MANILA – SINGAPORE – MANILA
June 3
Every Wed / Fri / Sun (Effective June 12)
MANILA – XIAMEN – MANILA
Every Wednesday (Effective June 17)
MANILA – JAKARTA
Every Sat (Effective June 13)
Every Tue / Sat (Effective June 16)
JAKARTA – MANILA
Every Sun (Effective June 14)
Every Wed /Sun (Effective June 17)
MANILA – KUALA LUMPUR – MANILA
Every Saturday (Effective June 13)
MANILA – HO CHI MINH CITY (SAIGON) – MANILA
Every Mon / Wed / Sat (Effective June 15)
MANILA – HONG KONG – MANILA
Every Fri / Sun (Effective June 19)
MANILA – DOHA – MANILA
Every Thursday (Effective June 15)
MANILA – DUBAI – MANILA
Every Tuesday (Effective June 15)
MANILA – DAMMAM – MANILA
Every Saturday (Effective June 15)
MANILA – RIYADH – MANILA
Every Mon / Fri (Effective June 15)
MANILA – TAIPEI – MANILA
Every Mon / Fri (Effective June 16)
MANILA – TOKYO (HANEDA) – MANILA
Every Mon / Wed / Fri / Sun (Effective June 22)
MANILA – OSAKA (KANSAI) – MANILA
Every Mon / Thu / Sun (Effective June 22)
MANILA – NAGOYA
Every Thu / Sun (Effective June 22)
NAGOYA – MANILA
Every Fri / Mon (Effective June 23)
DOMESTIC FLIGHTS
June 8 to 30, 2020
MANILA – BASCO – MANILA
Mon/ Wed / Fri /Sun (Effective June 08)
MANILA – LAOAG – MANILA
Every Tue / Sat (Effective June 8)
Every Wed / Sun (Effective June 8)
MANILA – LEGAZPI – MANILA
Every Wed / Fri / Sat (Effective June 08)
MANILA – PUERTO PRINCESA – MANILA
Every Tue / Fri / Sat (Effective June 08)
MANILA – BUSUANGA (CORON) – MANILA
Every Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri (Effective June 15)
Every Sunday (Effective June 15)
MANILA – BACOLOD – MANILA
Daily (Effective June 8)
MANILA – CEBU – MANILA
Daily (Effective June 08)
MANILA – DUMAGUETE – MANILA
Every Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat / Sun (Effective June 8)
MANILA – ILOILO – MANILA
Daily (Effective June 8)
MANILA – KALIBO – MANILA
Every Wed / Fri / Sun (Effective June 08)
MANILA – CATICLAN (BORACAY) – MANILA
Every Mon / Wed / Fri / Sun (Effective June 08)
MANILA – ROXAS – MANILA
Every Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat (Effective June 08)
MANILA – TACLOBAN – MANILA
PR 2985/2986 – Daily (Effective June 08)
MANILA – TAGBILARAN (PANGLAO) – MANILA
Every Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat / Sun (Effective June 08)
MANILA – BUTUAN – MANILA
Every Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat / Sun (Effective June 08)
MANILA – COTABATO – MANILA
Every Mon / Wed / Fri / Sun (Effective June 08)
MANILA – CAGAYAN DE ORO – MANILA
Every Mon / Wed / Fri / Sun (Effective June 8)
MANILA – DIPOLOG – MANILA
Every Mon / Wed / Fri / Sun (Effective June 08)
MANILA – DAVAO – MANILA
Daily (Effective June 8)
MANILA – GENERAL SANTOS – MANILA
Every Mon / Wed / Fri / Sun (Effective June 08)
MANILA – OZAMIZ – MANILA
Every Mon / Wed / Fri / Sun (Effective June 08)
MANILA – PAGADIAN – MANILA
Every Tue / Thu / Sat / Sun (Effective June 08)
MANILA – ZAMBOANGA – MANILA
Every Mon / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat / Sun (Effective June 08)
If you think you’re ready for the new normal, Cebu’s biggest mall is at it too!
SM Seaside, preparing to welcome back its patrons, has implemented its health and safety protocols in preparation for its re-opening on Monday, June 1, as Cebu City has been placed under general community quarantine (GCQ).
From the doors to the stairs, and even the ATMs, SM Seaside made sure to give us a safer malling experience.
Because #YourSafetyMatters, we continue to thoroughly sanitize our mall as we get ready to welcome you back again!See you soon, Cebu! #SafeMallingAtSM 💙
With SM Supermalls’ #SafeMallingAtSM, our safety is always their top priority. More than re-opening, they made sure you’ll have a great time shopping, or just strolling.
SM also mentioned they have ‘Specialized Sanitation Team’ who will frequently disinfect high-touch areas including, but not limited to:
Grocery carts and baskets
Toilets
Hand rails
The mall will also be “deep-cleaned” before and after mall opening.
When we were in the midst of the crisis, and we still are, SM has been giving back to the community and it is only fitting for us to return the favor. Paying it forward per se.
Watch this video that summarizes the mall’s efforts to prepare for the new normal:
Now that the whole island of Cebu has been placed under general community quarantine (GCQ), some establishments have also been preparing to face our new normal. Ayala Center Cebu is one who is bringing its A-game in ensuring safety to the mall-goers.
Though Ayala Center Cebu ensures our safety, a purposeful shopping is still being encouraged. Only leave your homes when necessary.
Before they reopen their doors to welcome their patrons, Ayala Center Cebu has gone over and beyond to ensure the safety not only of the mall-goers, but also their merchants and frontliners.
Hence, following of these safety measures for the mall-goers must be adhered:
Mandatory wearing of face masks
Must present quarantine pass and valid ID (that shows the birth date) upon entry
Mandatory temperature check (37.5 degrees and up will be refused entry)
Use of sanitizing mats from the entrances as an entry protocol mandated by the IATF
Frequent handwashing in the restrooms is encouraged
Cashless transactions around the mall including parking are encouraged (using of GCash is recommended)
Use of automatic sanitizer dispenser is advised
Only 2 persons are allowed in the elevator (prioritizing the PWDs and pregnant women)
Foot markers are placed on the escalators to guide you on where to stand.
Ayala Center Cebu has also placed directional floor stickers and signages on the hallways and common areas to guide customers on the one-way traffic.
To ensure continuous operations and help in flattening the curve, let us do our part by adhering to the aforementioned guidelines.
While Ayala Center Cebu is making sure to implement these guidelines for us to follow, they are also doing their best to keep us safe from the scare of this pandemic.
Ayala Center Cebu makes sure to:
Let their merchant employees wear PPEs / face masks accordingly
Conduct regular cleaning and disinfection on common areas of the mall
Install hand sanitizers and alcohol around the mall premises
Use transaction boxes for merchant cashiers
Activate automatic doors for entrances and exits
Installation of contact-less thermal scanners on selected entrances is also taken into consideration
UV Sterilizers will be installed in selected escalators
However, while we are all elated about the mall’s opening, the establishment is also keen on following the government’s guidelines.
Enlisted below are the restrictions and limitations of mall amenities and services under GCQ:
Closure of play area and entertainment concepts
Closure of cinemas
Closure of chapel
Closure of some mall entrances and restrooms
Non-availability of their customer lounge
Valet parking services are suspended
Mall’s free Wi-Fi will be disabled
Digital mall directions will be disabled
Mall’s airconditioning units will be set to only 26-degree Celsius
DriveBuys
For shoppers who want to order from the stores but don’t want to go inside, Ayala Center Cebu has installed pick-up stations (like a drive-thru) that will serve as a meeting place between the merchant and the customers.
How does it work?
Customer and merchant must coordinate directly on the order and payment.
Both parties should agree on the date and time to meet at the chosen station.
Items will then be loaded directly into the customer’s car. Cashless payment is encouraged.
Pick-up stations:
1&2 – near Breadtalk, Active Zone
3&4 – near Laguna Garden, Biliran Road
5&6 – near Torque Lounge, Cardinal Rosales
Stores Opening in June 1
These are the merchants opening on June 1, 2020 at Ayala Center Cebu:
AYALA CENTER CEBU
New operating hours: 10AM to 7PM daily (essential stores may open earlier)
Location: Cardinal Rosales Ave, Cebu Business Park, Cebu City, 6000
For further announcements and latest schedules about Ayala Center Cebu and AyalaMalls Central Bloc, they have a Viber community for you to join: https://bit.ly/ayalamallscebuviber.
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