Huanggang upgrades epidemic control measures to fight coronavirus outbreak

Huanggang, one of the cities in Hubei Province worst hit by the new coronavirus, will upgrade epidemic control measures starting Friday, including sealing residential complexes and only allowing essential vehicles on the road, the city's publicity department said in a statement on Thursday.

Food and the delivery of other essential goods will be arranged by designated personnel, read the statement.

The newly released measures will be implemented for 14 days in principle, although they could be cut short or extended depending on the epidemic prevention and control work, added the statement.

On Wednesday, Hubei's Shiyan City announced "wartime control measures" in its Zhangwan District, sealing all buildings as of Thursday to curb the outbreak.