The rise in the confirmed cases of COVID-19 virus has placed Cebu and most of the nation under community quarantine. It’s a restriction in the movement of people, in layman’s term, that is to stay at home as much as possible.
With this, Visayan Electric Co. (VECO), Mactan Electric Company (MECO) and Cebu Electric Cooperative, Inc. (CEBECO) are giving a 30-day payment extension for all bills that are due on March 15 to April 14, 2020.
As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/
With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/
If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.
In light of the pandemic coronavirus disease (COVID-19), public masses are suspended until further notice, but it does not mean the cancellation of Holy Masses.
Catholic churches in Cebu are expected to abide by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) Circular stipulating that they should continue to celebrate the Holy Eucharist (Missa Sine Populo) and Holy Week services even in the absence of a congregation.
Here’s the list of churches with their respective mass schedules and Facebook Live links.
Archdiocesan Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes
DAILY: 6:30 am, 12:00 nn, 6:00 pm
SUNDAY: 6:30 am – Fr. Dan, 8:00 am – Fr. Joriz, 10:30 am – Fr. Randy, 3:00 pm – Fr. Keith, 6:00 pm – Fr. Arvin
As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/
With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/
If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.
Here’s one news that will surely lighten up your mood as soon
as you wake up.
American singer-songwriter John Legend announced that he will
be going live for a free online concert on March 18
(Wednesday) at 4AM via Instagram
live, from his home amid the COVID-19 outbreak.
This is also his way of influencing the public to stay at
home and that “we’ll get through this together”.
“My friend Chris Martin did a lovely little concert from home today. I’ll be doing one (Tuesday) at (4 p.m. EST). See you soon. We’ll try to get through this together! #TogetherAtHome,” shared Legend on Twitter.
John Legend was inspired by Coldplay frontman Christ Martin
who did an online concert on Instagram on Monday.
Don’t miss the online concert, LIVE on John Legend’s Instagram:
@johnlegend. This happens on March 18, 2020 (Wednesday) at 4AM.
Disinfectant alcohol was the first one to go out of stock amid the spread of COVID-19. It is essential to the public, but most especially to the medical workers.
The global pandemic has caused panic but also generous actions from industry giants, like San Miguel Corporation (SMC).
As a way to help in the fight over COVID-19, SMC is planning to use their Ginebra San Miguel Inc. facility, a liquor production plant, to produce disinfectant alcohol for donation and distribution to communities, LGU’s and public hospitals.
“We have the means and the capability to produce this and make it available for free to LGUs and public hospitals,”
Ramon Ang – SMC President and COO
Awaiting the government clearance, they have
already started producing the disinfectant alcohol and are now being used by
the company employees.
“We are working on getting the necessary clearances from the relevant government agencies, to produce this for public use. We ask that they help expedite clearances,”
– Ramon Ang
SMC is planning to donate the alcohol in
bulk, in 20-liter containers up to 1,000-liter tote tanks, which may be used to
disinfect government, healthcare, and public facilities.
San Miguel stated that the alcohol being
produced out of their liquor factory is made from fermented molasses.
Alibaba founder, Jack Ma, and “Ang Pambanasang Kamao”, Manny Pacquiao, have joined hands to help in the fight against COVID-19.
With fear and panic currently spreading in the Philippines, it is really nice to hear that help and consideration are also flooding in our country.
Senator Manny Pacquiao and Chinese
billionaire Jack Ma have partnered and pledged to donate 50,000 test kits for
the novel corona virus, COVID-19.
“We’re excited to announce the Jack Ma Foundation, in partnership with Pacquiao Foundation is pledging 50,000 test kits to combat COVID-19 in the Philippines,”
Manny Pacquiao said in an Instagram post.
The sad case found earlier that the
Department of Health only has 2,000 COVID-19 testing kits may have spurred people
to take action and help as much as they can.
“With everything that’s happening around the world today, there is no better time to unite and do whatever we can to help each other,”
Pacquiao added.
Our country is under a state of public health emergency, as it is great that we are receiving a lot of help, we should all do our part and stay home, stay safe and stay informed.
SM Group, one of the biggest companies here in the Philippines, has announced that it will be donating P100 million to government hospitals. They are focusing to aid in the efforts against the COVID-19 outbreak, starting with the frontliners of the said global crisis, the health workers.
“To ensure the safety of medical frontliners, SM is bringing in personal protective equipment (PPE) – face masks, gowns, visors, hoods, gloves, and shoe covers, as well as urgent medical supplies to help government hospitals who badly need them,”
said SM Prime’s Hans Sy.
The provision of this aid will be extended to the Philippine General Hospital (PGH), whose medical staffs are first in the line in the fight against COVID-19. It will also help the Research Institute for Tropical Management (RITM) under the Department of Health (DOH) who performs diagnostic testing for COVID-19. RITM can now release confirmatory results within 24-48 hours of receiving samples.
“SM is bringing in personal protective
equipment (PPE)—face masks, gowns, visors, hoods, gloves, and shoe covers, as
well as urgent medical supplies to help government hospitals who badly need
them,” Sy added.
Other SM aids:
UP Medical Foundation Inc,-
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and medical supplies to be distributed to hospitals.
Manila Healthtek Inc. – partner
to distribute 20,000 tests for free to government hospitals once approved.
STAY AT HOME — this is what the Department of Health (DOH) strongly advise the public to stop the spread of Corona Virus 2019 or COVID-19 as it continues to rise every day.
With this, most municipalities in Cebu have announced the closure of some tourist spots, establishments and resorts. For your easy reference, here is the list of attractions that are temporarily closed until further notice.
Oslob
Whale Shark Activity Area
Tumalog Falls
Sumilon Island
Badian
Kawasan Falls
Canyoneering
Tabuelan
Maravilla public beach
ALL public & private beach resorts in Tabuelan
As of this writing, the municipalities of Balamban, Dalaguete, Daanbantayan, Bantayan Island, San Remigio, and Alcoy have not yet announced the closure of popular tourist attractions in their area.
Major Attractions in Cebu
Meanwhile, here are the temporary operating hours and/or social distancing implementations of major attractions in Cebu:
Anjo World Theme Park
Temporarily CLOSED until further notice.
WaterWorld Cebu
WaterWorld Cebu recently announced the temporary CLOSURE of the whole park, starting on March 16 until further notice.
Cebu Safari and Adventure Park
Temporarily CLOSED until further notice.
Cebu Ocean Park
(UPDATED) Temporarily CLOSED until further notice.
COVID-19
As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises everyday, and with 98 confirmed cases (as of this writing) here in the Philippines, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/
With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/
If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269. OR, go directly to the nearest hospital or medical center or see a doctor and seek medical attention.
Now more than ever,
communication is vital to our country.
The rise in the confirmed cases of COVID-19 virus has placed Cebu and most of the nation under community quarantine. It’s a restriction in the movement of people. In layman’s term, that is to stay indoors and stay at home.
With this, telecommunications companies have seen the importance to stay at home and stay informed, and have taken their part in helping us get through this global health crisis.
Globe, PLDT / Smart and SKY have announced that they will have a 30-day bill payment extension for all of its postpaid subscribers.
Truly a good news indeed
and a great help to all their customers, especially to those people who are
working at home and an encouragement to every Filipino to stay indoors.
You can now binge watch all
your favorite Netflix series, stay connected with your family who are far away
and be updated with everything that’s going on in the world.
Globe
“To help you remain connected with your loved ones, we are giving all Globe Postpaid (mobile and broadband), including business and enterprise customers nationwide, a 30-day bill payment extension from your due date.”
SMART/PLDT
“We’ve put in place a 30-day payment extension period for all our postpaid customers of PLDT Home, PLDT Enterprise, Smart & Sun Postpaid.”
SKY
“We support the need for the public to stay at home. We also understand your need to have an uninterrupted experience of your SKYCable and internet service. For this reason, we are extending your bill payment period by another 30 days.”
SM Seaside City Cebu, the biggest shopping mall in Cebu, the biggest mall in Cebu, has lit up its iconic tower and cube on Sunday night, March 15, with the Philippine flag colors, red and blue.
This is said to be the mall’s way of lightening up the mood of Cebuanos amidst the COVID-19 outbreak.
Photo by John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
Photo by John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
On the other hand, SM Seaside City Cebu also announced the adjusted mall hours as a precautionary measure to stop the spread of COVID-19. SM City Cebu, SM Consolacion and other SM Supermalls nationwide (mostly), also follow the same mall schedule.
As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises everyday, and with 98 confirmed cases (as of this writing) here in the Philippines, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island.
With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/
For real-time updates on COVID-19 in the Philippines, go to the official website of DOH Philippines or here: https://www.doh.gov.ph/2019-nCov
How to get to SM Seaside?
BY MYBUS: You can take a FREE MyBus ride from/to BDO Fuente Osmena. Or ride any MyBus from SM City Cebu, Talisay, Mandaue City, Parkmall. Check the routes & schedules here: https://sugbo.ph/2019/cebu-mybus-guide/
BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “SM Seaside City Cebu”. Parking space is free.
“We can no longer stand idle while there is a clear and present
danger.” -Gov. Gwen Garcia
As the threat of the Corona Virus 2019 or COVID-19 rises everyday, and with 98 confirmed cases (as of this writing) here in the Philippines, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island.
Covid-19 was classified by the Department
of Health (DOH) as a “Public Health Emergency of International Concern” and is
primarily spread from person to person.
With this, an Executive Order was issued
for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the
spread of the virus.
It will be 30 days of strict control over passengers coming in through its airports and all seaports.
“As we close our seaports to ingress of passengers, we are not prohibiting Cebuanos to go out of Cebu, but if they go out, they will not be able to come back in 30 days,” said Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia.
We have curated here all the information
discussed at the Sugbo News Live with Gov. Gwen Garcia.
Current banned flights and ships
Manila
Dumaguete
Cagayan de Oro
Other places with confirmed cases
Banned flights and ships starting March
16 (12:01am)
Clark
Legazpi
Cagayan de Oro
Banned flights and ships starting March
17 (12:01am)
ALL domestic flights (Arriving in Cebu)
All sea travel (Arriving in Cebu)
Curfew
Cebu province: 10PM to 5AM
Cebu City: 8PM to 5AM
Lapu-Lapu City: 10PM to 5AM
Classes Suspended
ALL LEVELS
Coverage: All of Cebu Province (towns & cities)
Closed Establishments
Movie houses
cockpits
gyms
museums
cultural and sports centers
New Operating Hours
Cebu province: allowed to open until 9PM
Cebu City: allowed to open until 8PM
Lapu-Lapu City: allowed to open until 8PM
Coverage:
Malls
Restaurants
Cafes
Bars
Shopping centers
Gatherings are cancelled
Sports activities
Other gatherings
Others
Free movement of cargoes shall continue
Mandatory quarantine of passengers will now include Spain in addition to those who have passed by Iran and Italy
Policemen will be deployed in all airports and seaports to monitor arrivals and ensure strict implementation of the rules.
Religious leaders are encouraged to practice social distancing in all their religious activities
Enhanced Community Quarantine
On March 26, 2020, the Cebu Province, including independent cities – Cebu City, Mandaue City and Lapu-Lapu City, has been placed under Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ).
What is an Enhanced Community Quarantine?
Under “general community quarantine”, people are generally limited to “accessing basic necessities and work” while uniformed personnel and quarantine officers are present at border points.
The second level is called “enhanced community quarantine” which generally means:
Strict home quarantine (going out for no valid reason is strictly not allowed)
Suspended public transportation (may vary per city)
Food and health services will be regulated
Arriving international flights are strictly not allowed. Departing flights are still allowed.
More uniformed personnel (with the help of AFP and PNP) will help implement the ECQ.
NOTE: The specific guidelines of the Cebu province and the individual cities in Cebu (Cebu City, Mandaue City, Lapu-Lapu City) may differ.
Banks, ATM machines, supermarkets, and pharmacies will still be open. Government offices will still continue to operate, as well as other private companies in the food and beverages industry, medicine, banks, telecos, and BPOs but with a minimum number of employees.
Effectivity:
Cebu Province – Effective today as stated by Gov. Gwen Garcia
Cebu City – 12:00 NN, March 28, 2020 until 12:00NN of April 28, 2020 or unless sooner lifted or withdrawn
Mandaue City – 12:01 AM, March 29, 2020
Lapu-Lapu City – 12:01 AM, March 29, 2020
ORATIO IMPERATA for COVID-19
Prayer against COVID-19.
COVID-19 Cebu
As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises everyday, and with 98 confirmed cases (as of this writing) here in the Philippines, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/
With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/
If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269. OR, go directly to the nearest hospital or medical center or see a doctor and seek medical attention.
