Several localities in Batu Gajah, Perak and Besut, Terengganu will be placed under an enhanced movement control order (Emco) for 14 days starting Sunday (Feb 14), following a surge in Covid-19 cases in the areas.

Senior Minister (Security) Ismail Sabri Yaakob said the areas involved are the Moral Rehabilitation Centre (PPA) and staff quarters in Batu Gajah, Perak as well as Kg Darau-Awek, Kg Padang Baloh and Kg Lepan Kejor and the Pasir Akar sub-district, in Besut, Terengganu.