Most areas outside of Java and Bali are under Level Three PPKM restrictions.

To curb the spread of the coronavirus, the government has officially extended the implementation of community activity restrictions (PPKM). This policy is in effect from August 10-23, 2021, in several regencies/cities outside Java and Bali.

The Minister of Home Affairs Instruction (Inmendagri) Number 31-32 of 2021 indicates that at least 386 regencies/cities are implementing PPKM levels 2-4. However, the majority of policies in effect are at level three, covering 302 regions.

Meanwhile, 45 regions are implementing PPKM level four, while PPKM level two is only in effect in 39 regions. A surge in Covid-19 cases is now occurring outside Java and Bali, after the government focused on tightening mobility in Java and Bali. Sumatra experienced a 209.5% increase in cases from July 9 to August 8, 2021, compared to the previous month, totaling 184,011 cases from 59,446 cases the previous month.

Furthermore, Kalimantan had 98,950 cases, a growth of 324.3%. Sulawesi and Nusa Tenggara followed with growth of 516.2% and 395.6%, respectively. Maluku and Papua had the smallest growth, at 159.1% during the same period.

These regions experienced a higher increase in Covid-19 cases compared to the cumulative Covid-19 cases in Java and Bali. The two islands experienced a 92.5% increase in cases from July 9 to August 8, 2021, compared to the previous month, rising from 440,334 cases to 847,736 cases.

The government continues to urge the public to follow health protocols to reduce Covid-19 transmission. The public is encouraged to wash their hands with soap, wear masks, and maintain physical distancing. In addition, avoiding crowds and reducing mobility also contribute to suppressing the spread of the outbreak.

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