COVID-19 hotspot residents overjoyed as 21-day lockdown lifted

The COVID-19 hotspot of Xuan Lam commune is home to 970 households which contain over 4,500 residents.

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The lifting of the lockdown measure placed on the commune comes after three villages Duc Hiep, Da Tien and Xuan Le have seen no new cases during the past 21 days.

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Since the first case was detected a month ago, the number of positive cases in Thuan Thanh district has increased to 576, or half of the total recorded in Bac Ninh.

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Local residents in Xuan Lam commune take to the roads, celebrating the easing of the lockdown.

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Despite heavy rain, plenty of local people pour out, holding national flags to mark the memorable moment.

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They show their sheer delight on the lockdown measures ending.

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Security officials share the joy alongside local people.

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Local authorities also present flowers to healthcare workers who have worked hard to prevent the spread of the virus in the community.

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Local residents are encouraged to strictly follow COVID-19 guidelines, including wearing face masks, avoiding large gatherings in public places and making health declaration.