TARLAC CITY -- Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff General Felimon Santos Jr. inspected Tuesday, May 12, the various initiatives of Northern Luzon Command (Nolcom) in combating the spread of coronavirus disease (Covid-19).
He visited the emergency quarantine facility for coronavirus disease (Covid-19 patients) constructed by Nolcom’s 522 Engineering Brigade in partnership with San Miguel Corporation.
It is made up of light materials, can accommodate at least 17 patients, and has a bathroom and lavatory. Also, each room has one bed, fan and drawers for personal belongings.
Santos likewise checked the status of “Ahon Lahat, Pagkaing Sapat Kontra sa Covid-19” or “Plant, Plant, Plant” program of the AFP and Department of Agriculture.
“Plant, Plant, Plant” program, which includes revitalized gulayan project and urban agriculture, targets to improve food adequacy level and food security amid the virus outbreak.
On another note, Santos urged the troopers and their families to abide by the “new normal” rules to avoid contracting Covid-19.
Moreover, the troops were reminded to be vigilant as possible exploitation of the communist rebels may continue to rise due to more adversities caused by the pandemic.
“Let us continue working together in performing our mission as one to fully secure the welfare of our people,” Santos said.
With the shift to General Community Quarantine in most of the unified command’s area of responsibility starting May 16, Santos assured that Nolcom is exerting its best effort to facilitate and implement the guidelines set by the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases. (PIA-Central Luzon)