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Christmas and the New Year are festivals of happiness for many people around the world. It is a time to relax and socialize after a long and hard year. This is a time for families to get together and spend time together.
But in 2020, countries are facing a COVID-19 crisis. Until provoking the need to have measures to deal with Some limited participation Some establish the criteria to be followed While in some countries and cities, the celebration is completely canceled.
England
COVID-19 outbreak situation In the UK, tensions have returned. Especially in the capital city like London. After the number of COVID-19 cases There are more than 40,000 new cases per day and the B.1.1.7 strain of COVID-19 has spread rapidly. Made in some parts of the country. Celebrating the New Year’s Eve party was prohibited.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has recently raised the severity of COVID-19 control measures to Level 4 in some areas, including London. And the southern part of the country This is where the B.1.1.7 mutant of COVID-19 spread strongly. Causing all stores, except some restaurants and drug dealers, to be temporarily closed In addition, the previous measures that allowed relatives to join 3 households had to be repealed.
While the annual fireworks show on Victoria Embankment (Victoria Embankment) must be canceled. Typically, the show welcomes more than 100,000 people a year.
England will reassess the situation on December 30 if there will be an adjustment in measures to free people in the new year. Johnson said. “There is no other option. People have to lose this Christmas. To have a better chance of protecting the lives of their loved ones.”
US.
The United States does not issue travel restrictions across the country. The decision is at the discretion of each state. But federal agencies advise against traveling abroad during Christmas.
The Countdown at Times Square is one of the most recognized New Years events in the world. But with the COVID-19 situation Make this year’s countdown event change to a virtual one instead You can participate in the celebration through the app.
Tim Tompkins, president of the Times Square Alliance, said in a statement: “This year we have to adjust. We will host a virtual show from Times Square sent directly to all local audiences to keep participating. However, on the eve of the year there will be police blocking Times Square from entering the area except for the exhibit. Medical personnel and relevant officials “
In Las Vegas, there will be no 80,000 regular fireworks displays. For fear that too many people are gathered Typically, more than 300,000 people watch the spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks in Las Vegas.
India
New Years celebrations in India are limited in many areas. Even the COVID-19 situation In India, there will be no COVID-19 epidemic, but the governments of several states have prepared to introduce a series of restrictions by the end of the year.
The state of Maharashtra has announced a 7-hour nightly curfew across the state from December 22 to January 5. There will be no overnight celebrations this year. But prayers are allowed in the church. Limited to no more than 200 people.
The state of Tamil Nadu Banned to celebrate in restaurants, clubs, pubs, beach resorts on December 31 and January 1, however, there is no curfew in Tamil Nadu, restaurants, pubs, clubs and resorts will operate . But, the usual guidelines for COVID-19 prevention should be followed.
Most states in India will ban public gatherings. Announce curfew But did not order to close the location in any way
Australia
Sydney will scale down fireworks. And he canceled the end-of-the-year concert AND he will see to it that the public watches most of the broadcast at home. While the capital Canberra will cancel all fireworks and concerts. And social spacing measures for celebrations will be relaxed But only in stores or areas that are registered with the government
Brazil
Christmas in Brazil is not very different from the usual time. Although it is one of the countries most affected by COVID-19 with the central government, no measures or announcements have been made.
Some Brazilian cities, like Rio de Janeiro, only allow essential services like public transportation. Supermarkets and pharmacies that may still be open during Christmas and New Year’s Eve
However, Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Salvador have announced the cancellation of the fireworks show on December 31 in an effort to reduce public integration.
Egypt
Egyptian Ministry of Tourism Announcement of the ban on cultural events OR travel OR any celebration on New Years Eve People should take the same strict preventive measures in the past.
Restaurants, cafes and hotels can be opened for business. However, if the COVID-19 prevention measures are not followed, they will be sanctioned and the nightclub must remain temporarily closed. In this sense, the exclusion of any group
Netherlands
The Netherlands announced a strict 5-week closure from December 15 to January 19, making the school unnecessary shops, cinemas, hair salons and gyms will be closed and the public is advised not to book unnecessary trips abroad until mid-March.
The restrictions are slightly eased during the 3 days of Christmas, and each house invites up to three people to celebrate, excluding children under the age of 13.
Italy
Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte urges people to refrain from joining the Christmas season. Including refraining from close contact, hugging, and kissing
Many regions of Italy are subject to partial blockades. And an interregional travel ban was announced from December 21 to January 6.
In addition to the international travel ban, people will not be able to leave the city for Christmas until New Year’s Day. There will be exceptions to necessary work. Medical reasons OR emergency There is also a curfew between 22:00 and 05:00.
France
France recently canceled the blockade on December 15. But tough measures are still being taken as the infection remains high, such as imposing a nationwide curfew from 8:00 pm to 6:00 pm, which will be canceled only on Christmas Eve. On New Year’s Eve there will be a curfew. The restaurant, bar and cinema still have to be closed.
Germany
Germany will enter into intense lockdowns over Christmas. Due to the number of deaths and the rate of infection by the COVID-19 virus An increase in recent weeks Unnecessary shops and schools will be closed across the country. From December 16 to January 10, basic necessities such as food stalls and banks will remain open. The stores that sell the Christmas tree can still be traded.
Germany currently allows up to 5 people from no more than 2 households to meet in a house. But the limit will be relaxed from December 24 to 26, when a household can invite up to four guests from another household. Children under the age of 14 are not included in this restriction. In addition, the New Years fireworks show will be canceled.
Spain
The Spanish government has issued measures for the period between December 23 and January 6, allowing travel between regions to visit friends and family.
The Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Eve parties are limited to 10 people, including children. But it will extend the curfew until 01:30
South Africa
South Africa imposes new restrictions on Christmas amid a return of infections. Along with the COVID-19 mutants are similar to those found in England.
The restrictions will only allow the sale of alcoholic beverages from Monday to Thursday. And there is a curfew at night He ordered to close the beach on December 24-25 and January 1.
The government urged people to avoid celebrating Christmas in crowded places. But meetings are still allowed indoors for up to 100 people and in groups of up to 250 people outdoors.
South Korea
South Korea has banned at least five or more private gatherings in public places like restaurants, and closed at least tourist spots from December 24 to January 3.
South Korea also ordered a temporary shutdown. National park Coastal attractions, churches and places to ski and skate
Thai
For Thailand itself After the COVID-19 outbreak that, tamed with Samut Sakhon province, resulted in BMA asking for cooperation in all places to refrain from organizing New Years activities. For Bangkok’s own department Not all New Year’s activities take place. But if you are going to make arrangements, you must ask permission to come to the Bangkok Health Office with a disease control plan.
While the Office of Resolute Buddhism cancel the prayer work during the year. For the safety of the people AND refrain from joining a large group of people According to government disease control measures
Thailand is not very clear about the measures for Christmas and New Years. You should continue with the follow-up to see if measurements will come out or not.
Compiled from ABC / AP / BBC / Sky News.
Image from AFP / Shutterstock.
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