Type of Intervention: Specific Action
Sectors Involved: Health, Indigenous Peoples, Police and Interior Affairs, Social Services, Supply Chains, Transportation
Intervention Categories: Social and physical distancing measures; Domestic travel
Level of Jurisdiction: City (Najaf)
Lead People/Agency: The Crisis Cell in Najaf Province
Overview: The Crisis Cell in Najaf Province issued several decisions regarding the outbreak of the Coronavirus, including a comprehensive curfew imposed next week. The imposition of a complete curfew starts from Saturday and for a week. It was also decided to exclude bakeries, markets and vegetable stores from the ban.
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Type of Justification: Perception of an increased threat
Evidence/Justification: As a result of increased infections and deaths due to Coronavirus