Numbers in Austria are increasing – stage two in sight
Austria reports a doubling of new infections with the corona virus compared to last week. This means that stage two of the new action plan will soon come into force.
the essentials in brief
- Austria reports a doubling of the coronavirus infections compared to the previous week.
- 292 people are currently being treated in the intensive care units.
- If there are 300 or more intensive care patients, stage two of the government’s new plan will come into effect.
The number of new corona infections in Austria continues to rise significantly. 4,523 cases were reported within 24 hours, the health and interior ministries reported on Monday. Last Monday there were 2,850 new infections.
According to the information, 292 people were treated with coronavirus in the intensive care units. From a number of 300 intensive care patients, the second of the five stages of the government’s new action plan comes into force.
Then, among other things, access to night gastronomy and après-ski bars is only permitted for those who have recovered or have been vaccinated. From 500 intensive care beds occupied by Covid patients, this rule also applies to all other catering establishments. From 600 beds, there is a threat of a lockdown for unvaccinated persons.
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