South Korea’s COVID Surge: Daegu in the Spotlight
Yesterday, Seoul’s health officials confirmed 594 new coronavirus infections—a record‑breaking spike that pushed the nation’s total to 2,931 cases and added three more deaths.
Why Daegu is at the Heart of the Outbreak
- Over 90% of the new cases appeared in Daegu and adjacent North Gyeongsang Province.
- Three women in Daegu lost their lives to the virus, bumping the national death toll to 16. One of the victims was a grandmother in her 90s.
- City streets are eerily quiet, with only a handful of shops bustling, holding long lines for masks.
Shincheonji Church Scrutiny
The authorities plan to screen more than 210,000 members of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus—a group often dubbed a “cult” and linked to about half of South Korea’s cases. This could potentially raise the numbers even further.
Authorities’ Response
Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun urged the public to stay cautious, especially if they experience fever or breathing difficulty. He advised staying home and avoiding big outdoor gatherings or indoor religious services.
Unlike Wuhan’s strict lockdown, South Korean officials aren’t considering a full citywide quarantine for Daegu.
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For the latest updates, keep scrolling as case numbers evolve. The fight continues, but hope remains on the horizon.
