GENERAL SANTOS CITY –– Authorities in this city and Sarangani province have come up with stricter border control measures to stem the rise of COVID-19 infections. As of May 11, Sarangani had 205 active cases while General Santos City had 254. Four weeks ago, Sarangani only had 36 patients while General Santos City had 76. Sarangani information chief Serafin Ramos Jr. also noted the surge of COVID-19 cases in other parts of the Soccsksargen region comprising of General Santos, Koronadal, Tacurong, and Kidapawan cities, and Sultan Kudarat, Cotabato, South Cotabato, and Sarangani provinces. General Santos is the gateway to Region 12 via air travel.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer May 12, 2021 03:11 UTC