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Confirmed Coronavirus Cases Surpasse 200 in Italy

Sabina Castelfranco

   ROME - The death toll in Italy from the coronavirus outbreak stands at
   seven with more than 200 cases confirmed. At least 10 towns in the
   north are in lockdown mode and the army is ensuring no one enters of
   leaves them during a quarantine period.

   Italian authorities are working around the clock putting in place
   unprecedented measures in an effort to curb the surge in coronavirus
   cases. In at least six regions in Italy's industrial north, schools and
   universities are closed. People have been told to stay away from their
   offices and remain indoors as much as possible.

   Theaters and museums have also been closed as have bars and discos.
   Venice carnival events have been cut short for the first time ever.

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