IN PHOTOS: "Enhanced Community Quarantine" due to COVID-19 fuels memes, funny posts
Amid the Covid-19 pandemic and implemented enhanced community quarantine in whole Luzon, netizens express some wit and humor to make the situation a little light. Ease up a little bit and laugh at these memes and funny posts.
Good bye, Metro Manila friends!
Following the announcement of President Rodrigo Duterte about the strict implementation of a community quarantine in Metro Manila, netizens couldn't help but reminisce about a popular and emotional scene from the Netflix series, 'Crash Landing On You.' In the Philippine setting however, it's the people living at the peripheries of Metro Manila like Rizal saying farewell to their friends.
No to panic-buying!
Critical times like this call for people not only to cooperate with authorities but to be mindful of their fellow's needs. Panic-buying is strongly discouraged. But while others appear to hoard supplies, others clarify that they only stock up for business.
In a seeming #BawalJugmental moment he found himself in, netizen Drin Sang-ulan posted in his defense that his purchases are for their sari-sari store.
Patience is a virtue.
Accessing the necessities at this time indeed requires a lot of patience. A netizen named Max on Facebook made fun of the long queues in groceries, saying, “Sa sobrang haba ng pila, hinog na 'yung saging na binili ko.”
Stay at home!
As part of mitigating measures in the further spread of COVID-19, classes have been suspended earlier this week. While students may see the suspension as a chance to hang out in public spaces, everyone is encouraged to stay at home. People have to practice more caution and discipline, and they might just discover what President Rodrigo Duterte was talking about, “I'm sure may mga bagay-bagay pa dyan sa bahay na 'di mo pa nakita.”
Alternative learning venues
Despite the cancellation of classes, schools are expected to implement measures to make sure students fulfill their educational requirements while staying in their homes. This meme about an online class may just really happen in real life.
Community quarantine, not a lockdown
The statements of President Rodrigo Duterte about the resolution of the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) related to the COVID-19 situation resulted to some confusion between practicing a community quarantine and implementing a lockdown. However, a press briefing done at the Malacañan today, March 13, clarifies that a community quarantine will be in place. The IATF has yet to lay out and publicize the exact measures soon.
Travel restrictions
The implementation of a community quarantine still restricts travel by land, air and sea going in and out of Metro Manila. This got netizens panicking and heading home ahead of the travel ban. In times when people have to act swiftly, just don't forget the essentials! In this funny conversation among students, it turns out that meant securing their underwear.
Effect to the workforce
The current situation has also affected the workforce with other companies setting up a work-from-home policy. For other people, however, they face a no-work-no-pay scenario which the government hopefully addresses.
The sacrifice of the service sector
Not everyone can afford a work-from-home policy especially if you're at the frontline of addressing the COVID-19 pandemic or if you belong to the service sector. These hardworking men and women definitely deserve a salute and some rest!
Virtual party
People are advised to practice social distancing and avoid mass gatherings. To keep our love for some merry-making, a netizen named Arvy Llusala shared a “COVID-19 Quarantine Party” playlist that includes songs referring to the current situation like “Sicko Mode,” “Unwell,” “Fever,” as well as a few reminders like “Don't Stand So Close To Me,” “Can't Be Touched,” and “Cover Your Mouth.”
#Hugot
It seems anytime is a time for some #Hugot and the COVID-19 pandemic is no exception. A netizen named Summer Abugan served this friendly reminder, “Avoid physical contact daw, lalo na kung wala naman kayong label.”
Government's resolution
A netizen named Niko Francisco looked back to his high school life as he watched the press briefing done by President Rodrigo Duterte last night. Which kind of group member are you during a project presentation?
Kodigo
Kapuso comedian-host Betong Sumaya poked fun at the frequent hand washing guideline in a bid to prevent contracting the 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19). How frequent to do you wash your hands?
Deadly but still funny (?)
Even deadly and contagious, 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic is not something netizens would not make fun of.
Rambo
Who wouldn't panic over 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic if Rambo himself, Arnold Schwarzenegger, uses gloves when buying groceries?
Best year yet
Remember when most, if not all, told themselves that 2020 would be their best year? Well hello there, people! It's only March and the world has already faced a series of tragedies and natural calamities. And latest, from the 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic which, by the way, is deadly.
Dirty Beer
Who else drank a cup of dirty beer when playing beer pong? At this situation, it will take months to play this game at beer parties again as 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) forbids you to practically touch each other, what more drinking a glass of beer seasoned with dust and your friends's saliva.
