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Hong Kong breaks record for new covid-19 infections in a single day

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Hong Kong, 19 July (EFE/EPA) - (Camera: Jerome Favre) Hong Kong on Sunday surpassed its record for coronavirus infections in a single day since the start of the pandemic, with more than 100 new cases.Carrie Lam, Hong Kong's chief executive, announced at a news conference that all officials, except those dedicated to emergency services, will work from home starting Monday for at least a week. In addition, the use of masks will be mandatory in enclosed spaces, when until now it was only mandatory on public transport.FOOTAGE OF VIEW OF HONG KONG FROM VICTORIA SUMMIT.

Added on the 19/07/2020 14:00:00 - Copyright : EFE Inglés

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