(ANSA) - MADRID, MAR 14 - More than 1,500 new cases of coronavirus have been registered in one day in Spain, according to the latest budget released by the authorities. The country, which has 136 deaths, is preparing to declare a state of emergency today to limit the spread of the virus. With a total of 5,753 cases, Spain is the second country in Europe to have the highest number of people infected after Italy. Meanwhile, Seville had decided to cancel all the events scheduled for Holy Week, including the famous processions that attract thousands of tourists every year from all over.
The Covid-19 epidemic in Spain is weighing on the tourism sector. According to the association of Spanish hoteliers, reservations have already fallen by 20-30% compared to the same period last year, especially in Catalonia, Valencia and the Balearics. Madrid and Barcelona also suffer with 20% and 24% less bookings.
Coronavirus: 1,500 new cases in Spain
2020-03-14T12:55:20.812Z
More than 1,500 new cases of coronavirus have been registered in one day in Spain, according to the latest budget released by the authorities. The country, which has 136 deaths, is preparing to declare a state of emergency today to limit the spread of the virus. (HANDLE)