Hong Kong makes masks mandatory in public to combat new coronavirus wave

Hong Kong has also introduced a ban on a gathering of more than two people.
People shop for fruits and vegetables at a street market in Hong Kong. (Photo| AFP)
People shop for fruits and vegetables at a street market in Hong Kong. (Photo| AFP)

Hong Kongers must wear masks whenever in public, authorities ordered Monday, as they unveiled the city's toughest social distancing measures yet to combat a new wave of coronavirus infections.

"The epidemic situation in Hong Kong is remarkably severe," Chief Secretary Matthew Cheung told reporters as he announced new measures, including a ban on more than two people gathering in public and restaurants only being allowed to serve takeaway meals.

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