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Wuhan, where the global coronavirus epidemic began, reported its first new infections since the Chinese city ended its 76-day blockade on April 8.
The six locally transmitted cases, reported on May 10 and 11, were found in people who were already in quarantine and who were asymptomatic before testing positive, according to the local government. All six cases arose from a single residential complex.
Although the new cases are few and appear to be under control, they serve as a reminder of the risks China faces in trying to reopen an economy that has seen its worst contraction since 1992.
“Seven provinces reported new infections in the past 14 days and the pooled cases continued to rise,” Mi Feng, spokesman for the National Health Commission, said Monday. China reported only one confirmed case on Tuesday, with no new infections in Wuhan.
Wuhan will improve control of residential areas, expand tests among key people and strengthen the management of asymptomatic patients to contain the spread of the virus, according to a statement released Sunday by the city health commission.
Fears of a resurgence were highlighted Sunday when the northeastern city of Shulan, which borders North Korea, was partially closed after 11 new infections were discovered. Many cities in China still do not allow cinemas and bars to operate, and strong restrictions remain against social gatherings. Masks are required for public transportation and to enter shops and public facilities.
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