Tension gripped Masalani town, Ijara Sub County following the arrival of a man from Covid-19 hotspot, Kilifi County exhibiting symptoms of coronavirus.

The man, who arrived in the area two days ago feverish and with high temperatures, was immediately taken to Masalani Sub County Hospital for isolation.

Contacted for comment, Ijara sub county medical of health Dr. Abdinasir Abdi Mohammed confirmed the patient is in a quarantine unit at Masalani sub county hospital.

He said the suspect’s blood sample was taken to Nairobi for analysis and returned a negative result but he would be under quarantine for 14 days.

Dr Mohamed called on residents to follow government prevention procedures including putting on face masks and keeping social distance.

He cautioned social media bloggers and users against posting sensitive messages with no basis or reference.

He commended Ijara Deputy County Commissioner Mr. Samson Towett and his Covid-19 pandemic committee and disaster preparedness committee for the measures they have put in place towards combating the corona pandemic.