Tokyo tops 1,300 daily virus cases; warns of possible new emergency AFP 12/31/2020 AFP © Philip FONG Japanese officials have warned a new state of emergency may be needed as virus cases spike in a third wave of infections
Tokyo reported over 1,300 new coronavirus infections on Thursday, a daily record, as officials warned that a state of emergency might be needed to tackle spiking cases.
Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga held emergency talks with ministers late Thursday but did not immediately outline plans for any new measures. The trend is clearly increasing. I regard this as very serious, Suga told reporters, as he urged people to wear masks, wash their hands, and avoid crowds and non-urgent outings.
Tokyo tops 1,000 daily COVID-19 cases with new emergency warning
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