Wuhan virus deaths hit 170 in China, more than 1,700 new cases

Published Thu, Jan 30, 2020 · 12:20 AM

    [WUHAN] The nationwide death toll from China's viral epidemic has risen to 170, the government said on Thursday, with more than 1,700 new infections confirmed.

    Thirty-seven of the 38 new deaths came in hard-hit Hubei province, the epicentre of a contagion that is causing mounting global fear. Another death occurred in southwestern Sichuan province, the central government said.

    AFP

    Share with us your feedback on BT's products and services