Baise City, in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, has become a focal point in the fight against COVID-19, with 186 confirmed cases as of February 9. The city is now under strict lockdown—only essential services like grocery stores and hospitals remain open. Residents have been instructed to stay home since Monday, but behind the scenes, volunteers like Deng Huanglin are working tirelessly to keep communities safe.
On the Frontlines in Debao County
Deng, a volunteer in Baise's Debao County, shared insights into the city's pandemic response. His role? Coordinating nucleic acid tests for residents. 'Everyone’s working together—it’s like a real-life superhero squad,' he said, describing the round-the-clock efforts to contain the outbreak. Health workers in protective gear swarm testing sites, while delivery teams ensure households receive supplies.
Lockdown Life: Challenges and Community Spirit
Though streets are eerily quiet, Deng emphasized the resilience of locals: 'People understand the rules. We’re all video-calling families, sharing supplies, and staying hopeful.' Authorities are prioritizing mass testing and tracing close contacts to curb transmission. For now, Baise’s story is one of caution—but also camaraderie. 🌏❤️
