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Record number of 410 deaths from coronavirus announced the authorities in Germany in the last 24 hours, a few hours before the L κραnder prime ministers meet with the German Chancellor Angela Merkel to discuss them Restrictions that will apply to the Christmas and New Year holidays.
The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Germany increased in the previous 24 hours by 18,633 and more the total number of infections in the country is 961,320, according to the Robert Koch Institute. Daily cases are 5,015 less than Friday’s record number.
but nevertheless the death toll increased dramatically and it reached 410, up from 305 last week and just 49 on November 2, when Germany imposed a partial blockade.
Saxony Prime Minister Michael Kretschmer warned that the health system may collapse in the coming weeks.
“The situation in hospitals is worrying (…) We cannot guarantee medical attention with such a high rate of infections,” he told MDR radio.
The L .nder are expected to decide today to extend until December 20 the “light confinement” that they have imposed. Under current restrictions, bars, restaurants and entertainment venues remain closed, while schools and shops are open.
Starting Dec. 1, the number of people allowed to meet is also expected to drop to five, but gatherings of up to 10 people will be allowed over Christmas and New Years, according to a draft agreement between the states.
The state’s prime ministers will also consider reducing the number of students in schools by setting different class times, as well as the ability to book early for the Christmas break.
