Health chief also concerned about availability of quarantine hotel rooms and what to do if many new arrivals test positive for Covid-19.
Macao Covid-19
While more expensive than mainland China, Macao’s fee is significantly lower than MOP 240 charged in Hong Kong.
Macao needs to assess the Covid-19 situation in mainland China as a whole, not just in Zhuhai, before any changes can be made, says health chief.
Serious outbreak would trigger city-wide lockdown and gradual implementation of emergency facilities, including 4,430 temporary beds at East Asian Games Dome.
More than 1 million affected in fifth wave; authorities warn infection figures still high, and advise against Easter holiday get-togethers.
Anyone who has been infected within two months must test negative in three consecutive NATs at least 14 days before travelling.
Other Covid-19 news: most public servants believed to have been vaccinated; only six residents permanently excused from inoculation for health reasons.
Any person who has been in the hotel’s surrounding area on or after 1 pm on 27 March will need to be placed under medical observation between 7-14 days.
Goods are first treated on board, and then disinfected again, while personnel undergo deep cleaning once they have finished their task.