France Sets Curfews In Paris, Other Major Cities To Stop COVID Surge

France has implemented a new urban night curfew in Paris and other major cities due to rising COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations. The curfew affects around 20 million people, requiring businesses to close from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM and residents to stay home unless in emergencies, with a fine for non-compliance. The government promises economic relief for affected sectors and urges compliance. Public protests have occurred, and the country is experiencing an average of 20,000 new infections daily, with COVID-19 patients occupying a third of intensive care units.

What economic measures were promised by McComb for sectors affected by the curfew?

What was the average number of new COVID-19 infections reported in France?