Austria To Enforce Strict Lockdown After New COVID-19 Cases Record

Countries are adopting extreme measures to control COVID-19. Austria implemented a partial lockdown in November, allowing schools and restaurants to stay open but imposing a nighttime curfew and closing museums. A stricter lockdown will follow, closing schools and limiting movement to essential activities. Chancellor Kurz warned of rising cases, with Austria recording nearly 9600 new cases in a day. The country has over 200,000 cases and 1800 deaths.

What measures did Austria enforce at the start of November to control the virus?

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What activities are essential workers allowed to do during the lockdown?

What did Chancellor Sebastian Kurz warn about if no action is taken?

How many new COVID-19 cases did Austria report in one day?