New York State Declares State of Emergency Due to COVID-19 Spread
[Asia Economy International Department Reporter] The state of New York in the United States has declared a state of emergency due to a rapid increase in confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
According to The New York Times on the 7th (local time), Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that the number of people testing positive for COVID-19 across the state reached 76 on that day, prompting the declaration of a state of emergency.
Governor Cuomo stated that with the declaration of the state of emergency, he would be granted more authority for COVID-19 prevention efforts, and he plans to strengthen manpower and purchase related equipment to support health authorities.
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The number of confirmed cases in New York state has been rapidly increasing from 22 on the 5th, to 44 on the 6th, and 76 on the day of the report.
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