MOA Arena to require temperature checks on concert-goers

Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena visitors would be required to undergo a mandatory temperature check before being allowed into the venue, the MOA advised its patrons on Friday.

"To provide a safe and secure place for our patrons, we encourage everyone to remain calm and practice good personal hygiene while inside the venue," read the advisory.

The announcement was made a day before K-pop group SEVENTEEN was scheduled to play the MOA Arena as part of their "Ode to You" world tour.

Please read through this before heading out to the SM Mall of Asia Arena. We encourage everyone to be alert with personal care and hygiene; as your safety is our priority.

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— MALL OF ASIA ARENA (@MOAArena) February 7, 2020

Alcohol dispensers would also be made available at the entrances and other guest areas, with the frequency of sanitation and disinfection operations increased throughout the venue.

"Let us all stay safe and maintain a healthy environment," added the MOA Arena.

The Department of Health had previously stressed the importance of hand-washing in preventing the spread of the novel coronavirus. — Joahna Lei Casilao/DVM, GMA News