MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Tuesday advised organizers of flea markets and bazaars to cooperate with local government units (LGU) in enforcing public health protocols against COVID-19.
In a statement, PNP chief Police General Guillermo Eleazar said event organizers should work with LGUS to ensure strict compliance of their patrons with health protocols ahead of the holiday season.
“I would advise organizers of tiangges or bazaars to work with LGUs to ensure that participants in their activities strictly observe minimum public health protocols, particularly physical distancing,” he said.
Eleazar said police offices and unit commanders have been tasked to deploy more police personnel in expected areas of convergence as well as coordinate with LGUs in enforcing minimum public health standards.
He also reminded the public not to be complacent and to strictly adhere to health and safety policies particularly when shopping at bargain stores.
“Huwag sana tayo magpakakumpiyansa sa pamimili sa Divisoria o sa mga tiangge lalo’t siksikan. Baka ang mangyari ay nakapamili nga tayo ng mura ay mapapagastos naman tayo ng malaki sa pagpapagamot,” he said.
“Kailangang magtulungan tayo para mapanatili o mas mapababa pa ang mga naitatalang COVID-19 cases,” he added.
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