Borisov: The world is not prepared for the coronavirus epidemic

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Borisov: The world is not prepared for the coronavirus epidemic

However, the prime minister urged citizens not to panic

 

 

 

The world is not prepared for the coronavirus epidemic. It is estimated that the peak of the disease will be in September. This was what Prime Minister Borisov said after the Security Council meeting convened because of the COVID-19 situation.

"We have discussed how tough and flexible the measures can be, because the coronavirus is spreading rapidly, and the scientific community cannot tell us exactly the prescription of when, how, and what is being treated," said Borisov.

However, he urged citizens not to panic.

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"We are learning all over Europe, and the world, both in Turkey and in Russia, have discovered cases. Let's not panic and look at the world the way we look every day. Bulgarians say - the most important thing is health. We pray to the Lord to keep us healthy, everything else can be fine, "the Prime Minister added.

Borisov noted that we are all already aware of the risks, but we live with them. He stressed that the coronavirus is a virus like many others.

"The Spanish flu has killed 40 million people, estimates are up to 3 million for the coronavirus in the worst case. I'm not saying they are small," Borisov noted.

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The prototypes of the Bulgarian masks have been tested and certified. They were worked on all night.

"We can still have 1000-2000 a day today," Prime Minister Boyko Borisov said.

Borisov gladly reported that unlike other countries, our industry is able to produce 4 kilometers of fabric per day.

The Prime Minister also announced that the illegal export of masks continues. Yesterday, the removal of 7500 masks was stopped, and tonight - 20 000 pieces.

The state has taken two types of measures to stop the spread of the coronavirus.

The first five are for COVID-19 confirmed cases and the second are for confirmed cases. There are 8 security measures in place.

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The mayors of the respective districts will decide for themselves whether cinemas and theaters work.

"We can be flexible, buy seats through a chair or disinfect after every screening. Allow mayors to make their own decisions and judge the best," Borisov said.

In schools, every hour will start with a 5-minute agitation and a reminder of personal hygiene measures to be followed.

The situation with the development of the coronavirus in Bulgaria requires cool mind, responsibility and panic-free response, BSP leader Cornelia Ninova commented during a briefing at the National Assembly.

We think it is good to give the floor to serious people and professionals, and we are ready with all that is needed as an opposition to help us implement smart decisions. It may be good for Prime Minister Borisov to limit himself in his speeches, because with every statement he increases the panic in the country, Ninova said. There is no way to say "Don't panic, we are at war," she added.