Quarantine restrictions in Shymkent relaxed and prolonged
Loosened Lockdown in Shymkent, Kazakhstan 🔔
Looks like ‘Almaty.tv’, citing ‘zakon.kz’, is reporting some good news for Shymkent residents! The city's quarantine has been extended, but with some relaxed restrictions 🎉
The chief state sanitary doctor of the city has signed a decree, pushing back the end of the quarantine until 00:00 on September 28. 📝
Outdoor markets, both food and non-food, will now be allowed to operate on weekends and holidays from 06:00 to 18:00. 🤔 Isn't that swell?
SPA centers, beauty salons, hairdressers, and cosmetic clinics can now stay open until 21:00, compared to the previous 18:00 closing time. However, they'll still shut down on weekends and holidays.
Bathhouses in Shymkent will now see action on weekends, but alas, saunas are still waiting for their turn. ☹️
Public transport hours have also seen an extension to 07:00 to 21:00 on weekdays. On Saturdays, it'll run from 07:00 to 21:00, but no rides on Sundays, I'm afraid.
Now, though the details might seem clear, keep in mind that this is just a summary. For the most up-to-date and accurate information, check official government sources or local health authorities, as they'll have the latest scoop on any ongoing quarantine measures or relaxations. Here are some simple steps you can take:
- Consult Government Reports: Visit the official health ministry website of Kazakhstan for updates on COVID-19 policies and restrictions.
- Local Government Announcements: Look for announcements from the local authorities in Shymkent regarding any specific measures or changes in restrictions.
- News Outlets: Follow local news outlets or international news sources covering Kazakhstan for any recent developments. Stay safe, folks! 💙
- The decree signed by the chief state sanitary doctor of Shymkent extends the quarantine until 00:00 on September 28, but salons such as SPA centers, beauty salons, hairdressers, and cosmetic clinics can now stay open until 21:00, unlike before when they closed at 18:00, except on weekends and holidays.
- Interestingly, outdoor markets in Shymkent will now operate on weekends and holidays from 06:00 to 18:00, during the extended quarantine period.
- Public transport in Shymkent has seen an extension in operating hours, running from 07:00 to 21:00 on weekdays, while on Saturdays, it remains operational from 07:00 to 21:00, but no services are offered on Sundays.
- It is crucial to refer to official government sources or local health authorities for accurate and up-to-date information on the ongoing quarantine measures or relaxations, such as the official health ministry website of Kazakhstan and announcements from the local authorities in Shymkent.
