Clark locators, workers urged to remain vigilant vs Omicron

By Reynaldo G. Navales

THE Clark Development Corporation (CDC) appealed to all its workers, locators, and visitors to remain vigilant and continue taking necessary precautions against Covid-19 as recent cases of Omicron variant emerged in the Philippines.

CDC President Manuel Gaerlan cited the importance of following health protocols because of the threat of Omicron variant.

He urged all locators inside the Freeport to heighten their safety measures while the Freeport recovers from the economic impact of the pandemic.

“Let us be more cautious and alert to prevent possible surge of Covid-19 Omicron variant. Let us also protect our gains in reviving the tourism and economy of Clark,” Gaerlan said.

CDC’s Health and Sanitation Division (HSD) has renewed its call for people to adhere to minimum health standards, such as wearing of face masks, practicing proper hand washing, observing physical distancing, ensuring proper ventilation, and avoiding crowded places, among others.

CDC likewise asked unvaccinated individuals to get vaccination for additional protection against the Covid-19 virus.

Recent report from the Department of Health (DOH) stated that there have been four cases of Omicron in the Philippines.

All of the patients are travelers from other countries.

No local transmission has yet been detected yet.

The health agency likewise said that the Omicron variant poses high transmissibility with doubling time every two days.

Active surveillance, tracing, testing, and isolation were also recommended by the DOH.