China: Authorities to conduct mass testing in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, through Nov. 27 amid COVID-19 activity /update 6

Event

Officials in Sichuan Province are requiring individuals in Chengdu to undergo daily nucleic acid tests through Nov. 27 amid COVID-19 activity. Authorities will carry out the tests in each housing community 07:00-13:00. Individuals must hold a negative nucleic acid test result taken within 24 hours to enter certain recreational facilities, and a negative test within the last 48 hours to take public transport, enter public venues, and depart the city. Officials will likely extend or impose further controls if case counts continue to rise.

Local Restrictions
Authorities continue to impose tighter controls in areas with COVID-19 activity. Residents in designated high-risk areas must stay at home; authorities will restrict travel to and from the affected communities. Security personnel will enforce checkpoints in these areas to ensure compliance with movement restrictions. . Authorities typically maintain measures for three days after the latest confirmed community case and continue testing before easing restrictions. Officials will continue to conduct mass testing in these locations before easing restrictions; individuals who test positive must undergo quarantine.

Advice

Strictly heed the instructions of authorities. Avoid all nonessential operations in areas impacted by travel controls. Confirm appointments. Remain cooperative if approached and questioned by law enforcement officers.