Shiyan announces 'wartime control measures' to combat novel coronavirus

Shiyan City in central China's Hubei Province on Wednesday announced plans to implement "wartime control measures" in its Zhangwan District, a local command center to contain the coronavirus outbreak said in a statement.

The measures include closing all buildings in the area for 14 days from Thursday and strict management of all communities.

During the period, residents are restricted from going outside to stop the transmission of the virus, the statement said, adding that the wartime control measures will be adjusted accordingly after 14 days.