Busan Reports No New COVID-19 Cases for Four Consecutive Days... 2,254 People in Self-Quarantine

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[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Ju Cheol-in] No new confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19) have been reported in Busan for the fourth consecutive day. However, the number of people in self-quarantine, mainly overseas arrivals, has significantly increased.

Busan City announced on the 5th at 10 a.m. that the number of COVID-19 cases remains at 119, the same level as since the 2nd.

According to Busan City, 239 people underwent COVID-19 diagnostic tests the previous day, all of which came back negative.

The number of people in self-quarantine increased by 283 from the previous day to 2,254 (352 contacts, 1,902 overseas arrivals) due to the rise in overseas arrivals. A total of 3,918 people have been released from quarantine so far.

Among the overseas arrivals in self-quarantine, 298 underwent COVID-19 diagnostic tests, all of whom tested negative.

With the weekend approaching, religious communities including Protestantism, Catholicism, and Buddhism have reportedly either refrained from holding religious events or reduced weekend services in accordance with the government's extended social distancing guidelines.

Busan Mayor Oh Keo-don stated in a public address to citizens that "local infections are still occurring in other regions of the country, and infections caused by overseas arrivals remain a concerning issue," and added, "Since local situation management alone cannot guarantee citizens' safety, we will strive to firmly maintain the government's unavoidable decision to extend social distancing," urging citizens for their cooperation.

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