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Coronavirus: More US states begin lifting lockdown orders
It seems the world is gradually becoming tired of the grave havoc from COVID-19. Now, in some countries, no one cares anymore! In that regard, more US states are beginning to lift lockdown orders even as US leaders say social distancing guidelines will be necessary throughout the summer.
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However, governors warn that life will not quickly return to normal and that restrictions will remain in force at certain jurisdictions to keep the virus from further spread.
Last friday, the US saw its largest single-day spike in cases.
But the infection rate has dropped significantly in several hotspots, including New York, the US epicentre.
As of Monday at exactly 10:40 GMT, America had over 1,007,162 recorded coronavirus cases, according to Johns Hopkins university, and 56,595 mortalities precisely.
Georgia, Oklahoma, Alaska, and South Carolina have already allowed some businesses to reopen. Most states have issued plans that call for more rules to be relaxed in the coming week.
More soon.