Japan declares a state of emergency just three months before the Olympics – torch-runner finds first COVID-infected

Japan declares a state of emergency just three months before the Olympics – torch-runner finds first COVID-infected

On April 23, Japan’s Prime Minister Yoshihide Suzuka. Announced a state of emergency to contain the epidemic of “COVID-19” in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and Hyogo after the epidemic resurface. Just a few months before Tokyo will host the 2020 Olympic Games from July 23 to August 8.

For this emergency declaration, measures will be taken more stringent than the previous round. But not yet the lockdown stage like some countries The government stopped restaurants and bars from selling alcohol or shut them down. Including closing major shopping malls While various sports events The race course must be closed. No spectators are allowed to enter the stadium. It may reduce the number of buses and trains to reduce cross-town travel during the “Golden Week” long weekend as well.

At the same time, Japanese media reports that The Olympic Torch Running Procession is currently in operation. One person with coronavirus was found carrying a torch, a male police officer in his 30s who ran the Shikoku route. But the competition management confirmed that Work closely with the public health workers to ensure the safest torch relay. While in many areas, running routes that do not pass through the community area And people are not allowed to watch during the torch run.