VOICED : El Salvador encarcelara a quienes entren ilegalmente al pais para frenar el coronavirus

El Salvador has implemented a 21-day ban on foreign entry to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Those entering must undergo quarantine, leading to public concern over conditions. President Nayib Bukele has ordered the military to detain illegal entrants and deployed soldiers to secure borders. Public gatherings over 200 are banned, and health services are operational 24/7. A potential emergency decree could unlock funds and international aid.

What measure did El Salvador take to prevent the spread of coronavirus?

• Banned foreign nationals from entering for 21 days

• Closed all schools

• Mandated mask-wearing in public

• Implemented a nationwide curfew

What action did President Nayib Bukele order regarding illegal entry into El Salvador?

• Close all border crossings

• Increase border patrols

• Detain anyone entering illegally

• Issue fines to illegal entrants

How many illegal entry points were identified along El Salvador's borders?

• 200

• 142

• 50

• 100

What is the maximum number of people allowed to gather under the new restrictions?

• 150

• 250

• 200

• 100

What might the emergency decree allow El Salvador to do?

• Implement a nationwide lockdown

• Access funds and request international aid

• Deploy additional military forces

• Increase taxes to fund healthcare