South Korea confirmed 813 new coronavirus cases on Saturday, which is the highest record to date. The total national toll of infected cases increased to 3150, with 16 deaths. KCDC said more than 90% of coronavirus cases are in Daegu. There is expectation for rising cases, after screening of 260,000 people related to the Shincheonji Church of Jesus, in which half of the cases are associated with. The association is believed to be a cult. Although there is suspension of schools and events such as concerts and competitions, officials announced that city lockdown will not be implemented as Wuhan.
News source: SCMP
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