Positive COVID-19 test reported in Harbin; public activities on hold
The city of Harbin, capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang province on Tuesday reported a COVID-19 case that tested positive for the virus, according to the Harbin Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The case was found in the Second People's Hospital of Bayan county in the city and had been transported to Harbin Hospital for Infectious Diseases for medical observation and treatment, the centers said.
The city's epidemic prevention and control headquarters on Tuesday released a statement, suggesting suspending trips out of the city if not necessary. Many venues and activities for the public such as educational institutions, entertainment facilities and private clinics are suspending their service.
The city also suspended all performances, competitions, forums, exhibitions and other large-scale activities until further notice.
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