Belmonte himself helped in disinfecting 12 elementary schools and six high schools. He said the cleanup and disinfection drive was an effort to promote sanitation in public places. “The most effective way to prevent the spread of Covid-19 is to galvanize our community towards swift action,” Belmonte said. “We urge our communities and families to collectively practice proper hygiene, strengthen their immune system, and listen to credible sources of information,” he added. On Thursday, Quezon City Mayor Josefina “Joy” Belmonte confirmed that there were five Covid-19 cases in the city.

Source: Manila Times March 12, 2020 16:41 UTC