Baise City in southern China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region reported 186 confirmed COVID-19 cases as of February 9, prompting swift lockdown measures. Residents are now under home quarantine, with only essential services like grocery stores and medical facilities operational.
Local volunteer Deng Huanglin, working in Debao County, described frontline efforts to \"ensure every resident gets tested promptly\" amid tightened pandemic protocols. Teams conduct door-to-door nucleic acid testing and distribute supplies while adhering to strict safety guidelines.
Authorities have deployed additional medical staff and volunteers across the city, emphasizing \"zero tolerance for transmission risks\" through rapid contact tracing. The lockdown follows China's dynamic zero-COVID strategy, prioritizing early containment through mass testing and mobility restrictions.
Deng noted growing community solidarity: \"We're all working overtime, but people understand this protects everyone.\" The region's response highlights ongoing challenges in balancing public health priorities with economic stability during outbreaks.
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Volunteer talks about pandemic prevention and control in Baise City
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