In response to the coronavirus pandemic, authorities in Da Nang imposed new tight social distancing measures in suburban Hoa Vang District for 14-day, starting from 1.00pm today, 28 July, until further notice.

The move came after people in Da Nang's urban districts, namely Hai Chau, Thanh Khe, Son Tra, Ngu Hanh Son, Cam Le and Lien Chieu, started to practise social distancing rules from Monday midnight.

The whole city is now put into lockdown restrictions after 14 community transmission cases of novel coronavirus were confirmed in Da Nang over recent days.

Local residents are required to maintain a 2 metre distance from others, whilst gatherings of more than 2 people are prohibited in public places, and outside offices, schools and hospitals.

Families are advised to keep a distance from families, villages from villages, communes from communes, districts from districts.

People are encouraged to stay home as much as possible and only go out under absolutely necessary circumstances such as trips for food, medicine, emergency care or for working at essential businesses, factories, and services that have been allowed to continue operating.

Festivals, religious ceremonies, sports and other events that gather a large number of people will be banned.

“Non-essential” businesses including entertainment facilities, beauty salons, massage and karaoke parlors, and bars are already closed.

Medical facilities, drugstores, and medical suppliers, petrol stations, banks, post and telecommunications office, notarization, electricity and water supply services, factories and production establishments are still permitted to operate. 

In a similar move, markets, supermarkets, shopping centres, grocery and convenience stores must sell necessary foodstuffs only.

Food and drink providers are asked to offer takeaway and home delivery services.

It is highly recommended that everyone voluntarily declare their health status, take all preventive measures to protect themselves and their family, and engage in Covid-19 prevention and control activities.

According to Mr Bui Nam Dung, Vice Chairman of Hoa Vang District People's Committee, shortly after receiving the instructions from the municipal government, the district authorities, in a prompt fashion, implemented specific tasks, and they are ready to strictly handle any violations of the city-mandated social distancing rules.

By PHAN CHUNG- Translated by A.T