Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, May 23) – At least 51 residents in Quezon City tested positive for COVID-19 after attending a pool party in Barangay Nagkaisang Nayon.
Mayor Joy Belmonte confirmed on Sunday the improvised pool party and drinking session that happened in the said barangay despite the city’s observance of strict general community qurantine protocols which prohibits large gatherings.
The Quezon City Epidemiology and Disease Surveillance Unit reported that a total of 610 residents who joined the party have been swabbed. Around 18 persons are still waiting their results while 31 have already been admitted in some of the city’s isolation facilities.
The community where the event happened has been placed under lockdown since May 14.
The City Legal Department has issued a show-cause order to Barangay Chairperson Feliciano dela Cruz upon Belmonte’s instruction to probe the concerned barangay officials.
“We encourage the public to take photos and videos whenever possible and report to us by calling our Hotline 122. We assure them that we will take swift action as this is a matter of protecting the health and safety of the whole city,” Belmonte urged city residents.
