Italian regions are being put under “red-zone” lockdown, with severe limits imposed on the circumstances under which people can leave home, Premier Giuseppe Conte announced on Wednesday night. Watch | Oxford's COVID-19 vaccine shows positive resultsThe lockdown is aimed at tamping down a surge in COVID-19 infections and preventing hospitals from being overwhelmed with cases. Barring very few exceptions, no one will be able to leave or enter the “red zone” regions. After days of consultations with regional governors, Health Minister Roberto Speranza decided which regions received the “red-zone” designation. “United, we can do it.”Barber shops and hair salons can stay open, although other non-essential shops in the “red zone” must close.

Source: The Hindu November 05, 2020 00:41 UTC