Pres. Spokesperson Panelo issues the statement, as some news reports continue to highlight the three confirmed cases of Covid-19 involving Chinese nationals from Wuhan, China, the epicenter of the deadly virus.
The average sulfur dioxide (SO2) emission in Taal Volcano has decreased in the past 24 hours, while more volcanic quakes have been recorded, according to Phivolcs.
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso orders the creation of a grievance desk where Manileños’ complaints will be heard directly by the local government.
Pres. Duterte is set to join a campaign to boost domestic tourism and show that Philippine destinations such as Boracay, Cebu, and Bohol, are safe for travel amid the 2019-novel coronavirus scare.
DTI and Pampanga monitored the prices of medical supplies, including face masks, being sold in major drugstores, pharmacies, and retailers amid the nCoV-2019 situation.