THE policemen in Central Luzon who are currently infected with the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) have exceeded 100, according to the Police Regional Office (PRO)-Central Luzon Director Brigadier General Valeriano De Leon.
Based on his Sunday report, the active Covid-19 cases among uniformed and non-uniformed personnel were 105.
He said all personnel who have tested positive are now placed on strict quarantine and monitoring and are immediately transferred to the quarantine facilities.
He added that precautionary measures are being undertaken amid the increasing number of Covid-19 cases such as limited number of visitors entering Camp Olivas for official business and prohibition of personal visits.
Gatherings and events are also prohibited while seminars, conferences and the likes are done virtually.
De Leon also said that a new work scheme for non-uniformed personnel, immuno-compromised and those with comorbidities have been arranged.
"While we are still waiting for the vaccines, I constantly remind our personnel especially those manning the checkpoints and are more exposed to the virus to take extra measures to protect themselves because with this invisible enemy nobody can protect us except ourselves," he said.
He added that personnel who are experiencing symptoms or have close contact with positive patients are required to immediately submit themselves for testing.