China has put the city of Yuzhou into total lockdown after three persons tested positive for Covid-19, but without showing symptoms.
Yuzhou, which has a population of 1.1 million saw its transport system shut down and all but essential food stores closed overnight.
The move follows a similar lockdown in Xi’an, where thirteen million people have been confined to their homes since December 23rd.
The strict measures come ahead of the Lunar New Year and the Winter Olympics due to be held in Beijing.