Updated.
April 04, 2020 18: 19:39
China has actually held a day of grieving to pay tribute to the “martyrs” who have actually died from coronavirus, as the worldwide death toll continues to increase.
In the United States, more than 280,00 0 infections have been reported and nearly 3,00 0 people have died in New York state, while health authorities in India alert lockdowns may be extended.
Worldwide there are more than 1.1 million confirmed cases of the virus and there have been 58,937 deaths.
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Saturday’s key stories:
- Honduras scouts land for coronavirus mass tombs
- France’s infections surge past China
- Australians advised not to wear masks
- Trump desires individuals to wear masks but won’t be putting one on
- NT exposes very first community transmission
- United States accused of ‘Wild West’ techniques to protect protective devices
- New York suffers deadliest single day
- UK to release world’s biggest trial of coronavirus treatments
- Queen Elizabeth to make unusual address to country in special broadcast
Australians recommended not to wear masks
Deputy Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly says Australians must not use masks while out in public, partially because of minimal stocks in the nation.
Australia has more than 5,550 verified cases of COVID-19 and 30 individuals have actually died from the virus.
” In terms of mask usage in the community, I would stress again at the minute we do not believe it is a good idea, partly because of the constraints around supply,” Professor Kelly said.
” Masks can be beneficial to stop the spread from a person with the illness to other individuals if the mask is used properly … however at this moment in time, our guidance stays that if you are sick, remain at home,” he said.
The recommendation not to use masks came as US President Donald Trump encouraged Americans to do so.
Coles and Woolworths to limit number of clients
Australia’s largest supermarket chains are set to execute stricter social-distancing procedures.
In the coming days and weeks the companies will limit the number of individuals who can enter their shops.
The number of clients allowed any one store will depend on its size.
Woolworths handling director Claire Peters asked people to pre-plan their Easter shopping journeys to assist avoid the normal large crowds in supermarkets prior to the long weekend.
Coles is motivating people to shop alone if possible.
China mourns thousands who died in coronavirus epidemic
China has actually mourned the thousands of “martyrs” who have passed away in the coronavirus break out, flying the nationwide flag at half mast throughout the nation and suspending all kinds of home entertainment.
The day of grieving accompanied the start of the yearly Qingming tomb-sweeping festival, when countless Chinese households pay aspects to their forefathers.
At 10: 00 am Beijing time the nation observed 3 minutes of silence to mourn those who passed away, including frontline medical workers and medical professionals.
Automobiles, trains and ships sounded their horns and air raid sirens wailed.
More than 3,300 people in mainland China have actually passed away in the epidemic, which first surfaced in the central province of Hubei late in 2015, according to stats published by the National Health Commission.
In Wuhan, the capital of Hubei province and the epicentre of the break out, all traffic signal in city locations turned red and all roadway traffic ceased for three minute