Hoi An Ancient City will implement social distancing measures over two weeks, starting July 31, to prevent the virus from spreading in the community
Local people are required to stay at home as much as they can and only go out for daily necessities such as food and medicine, as well as other essential services.
They are encouraged to wear masks, wash their hands with soap or disinfectant solution, avoid gatherings of more than two people in public places, and keep a distance of at least 2m from each other.
According to a decision signed by provincial authorities on July 30, essential services, such as markets, supermarkets, pharmacies, petrol stations and banks are allowed to operate normally on the condition that they must strictly follow the Ministry of Health’s medical recommendations on COVID-19 prevention and control.
The province has requested Hoi An to temporarily suspend cultural and sporting events, festivals and contests. All tourist spots, including beaches, historical and cultural relics have been asked to stop receiving visitors. Public transport services will also be forced to grind to a halt as of 00.00hrs July 31.
The social distancing order will last till August 14.
