Lapu-Lapu resort probed for protocol violations

CEBU, Philippines —  Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Junard “Ahong” Chan is considering the issuance of a show-cause order against a resort which reported to have hosted an overcrowded event.

But Chan said that he is still waiting for the result of the investigation conducted by the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the City Tourism Cultural and Historical Affairs Commission (TCHAC).

“We will check it first, we’ll conduct an investigation. We cannot issue right away if there is no due process,” Chan said.

Photos and videos received by the mayor showed participants did not observe social distancing and were not wearing face masks.

Chan also denied report that he attended the activity.

“Wala sad ko didto anang mga panahona ug wala gyud ko didto pod,” he said.

The city has already allowed indoor accommodations for accredited hotels and resorts for only 20 percent capacity while al fresco or outdoor accommodations were allowed up to 50 percent. — Banat News, GMR (FREEMAN)