Lechon from Carcar is safe for human consumption

Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia assured that lechon (roasted pig in English) in Carcar City is safe for human consumption. CDNDigital

Lechon is a favorite food to enjoy in Cebu. | CDN Digital file photo

“May I repeat this to all Cebuanos, you can eat it … Kung way lami, ayaw lang kan-a,” Garcia told reporters during a recent press conference. Last March 1, 2023, authorities confirmed the presence of African Swine Fever in Carcar City which led Cebu province to lose its ASF-free status. Nevertheless, the provincial government implemented several measures to keep the deadly disease from spreading to nearby localities.

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