Ganghwa County Chief Yu Cheon-ho: "Active Administration of Government Officials is Important for Successfully Establishing Gradual Return to Daily Life"

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Shin Eun-seop] Ganghwa County Chief Yu Cheon-ho stated that "active administration by government officials is important for the successful establishment of gradual return to daily life," emphasizing the role of government officials.

Chief Yu held the November monthly staff meeting on the 1st at Dallyae Hall with attendance from Vice County Chief, department and section heads, and eup and myeon chiefs, where he said, "At a time when the return to daily life is beginning, cluster infections are occurring centered on certain facilities in the county, and confirmed cases are rapidly increasing," and "at such times, the role of government officials in preventing community spread is even more important."

He further requested, "Please concentrate administrative resources on preventing community spread through preemptive sample testing, extensive epidemiological investigations, strict management of self-quarantined individuals, and inspection of quarantine guidelines."

Following government guidelines, from the 1st, business hour restrictions have been lifted for all multi-use facilities except entertainment establishments, allowing 24-hour operations, and private gatherings are permitted for up to 12 people regardless of vaccination status.

However, in restaurants and cafes with high risk of COVID-19 spread, only up to 4 unvaccinated individuals may attend.

Meanwhile, Chief Yu released a statement to all residents on October 31st, reiterating the importance of compliance with quarantine guidelines.

Chief Yu Cheon-ho stated, "I am grateful to the residents who have laid the foundation for returning to daily life through their high civic consciousness about quarantine," and further requested, "Please comply with quarantine guidelines to prevent the spread of community infections, and if you experience symptoms such as fever, please get tested at a screening clinic."