The French government on Friday declared Paris and Marseille, as well as surrounding areas, as high-risk zones for the coronavirus, giving authorities authority to take measures to combat the pandemic, according to reports.
On Thursday, France reported more than 2,500 new infections for the second consecutive day, a consistent spread not seen since mid-April. The government has authorized local authorities to restrict the movement of people and cars, access to public transport and public buildings, and public spaces such as bars and restaurants, Reuters reported.
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The cities already mandate face masks in busy public areas.
The increased measures follow a move by Britain to place France on a 14-day mandatory quarantine list on every Saturday arrival, largely due to the spike in infections. The new “red zone” status on major French cities could see other nations impose similar travel restrictions.
More than 500,000 Britons holiday in France – and the announcement is likely to lead many to cut their travel short, German outlet DW News reported.
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France’s junior minister for European affairs, Clement Beaune, said it was “a British decision that we regret and that will lead to a reciprocal measure.”
The travel restrictions would crater the warring tourist sector of France.
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Speaking on France Inter radio, official health official Jerome Salomon said that “the situation is getting worse week by week.” He warned that clusters appear every day after family reunions, big parties, and similar events during summer holidays. He also warned that “more and more people arrived at hospitals” and authorities should respond.
