Europe: Merkel warns 60-70% of Germany could get the virus, Hungary declares state of emergency 

Hungary declared a state of emergency on Wednesday. The government announced that it was to close university campuses and ban large gatherings. Hungary has reported 13 confirmed cases.

The UK reported 83 new coronavirus infections, as the nationwide tally increases to 456. Six people have died from COVID-19.

Germany reported one more death. Three patients in total have died from the disease. German Chancellor Angela Merkel said that the authorities believed 60 to 70 percent of the population could become infected.

Poland has decided to close all schools until March 25 after 25 cases were confirmed in the country.

Spain's total number of cases rose to 2,124 as of 15:00 local time on Wednesday. 49 people have died from COVID-19.

Albania reported its first victim from the coronavirus: A 73-year-old Albanian woman. 10 cases have been confirmed in the country.