5 Additional COVID-19 Cases Confirmed in Mokpo

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Jeong Seunghyun] Five new confirmed cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) have been reported in Mokpo, Jeollanam-do, raising alarms for health authorities.

According to Mokpo City on the 25th, confirmed cases Mokpo 51, 52, and 53 are family members of confirmed case Mokpo 48, and cases 54 and 55 were confirmed to have had contact with case Mokpo 50.

Mokpo City disinfected the residences of the confirmed cases and is currently conducting epidemiological investigations to identify additional movements of the confirmed patients.

A Mokpo City official urged, “Please refrain from going out and visiting other regions,” adding, “Wear masks properly, avoid conversations while eating, and if you suspect any symptoms, visit a public health center for testing.”