RESIDENTS and traders in one of worst hit spots in Gwent for coronavirus in recent weeks, have spoken about the impact a spike in cases has had on their lives. Since the start of the pandemic, Magor and nearby Rogiet have recorded 232 cases, which seems a relatively normal number in comparison to the rest of Wales. But figures from Public Health Wales shows at least 148 of those have come since November 20, making it one of the highest areas of concern across Gwent. In the seven days up to December 12 The Elms and Mill council wards recorded 33 and 31 cases respectively, the highest in Monmouthshire.