China locks down second city amid Omicron threat

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pose major challenges for officials already grappling with a Delta outbreak, one of China's most protracted since the virus emerged more than two years ago.

pose major challenges for officials already grappling with a Delta outbreak, one of China's most protracted since the virus emerged more than two years ago.

China reported 110 locally transmitted Covid infections on Tuesday. Henan province is the latest epicentre, accounting for 87 of the new cases. It's the second full lockdown of a Chinese city in 20 days, after authorities told residents of Xi'an - about 650km to the west - to remain inside starting in late DecemberTwo other cities in Henan province have also seen some restrictions, as authorities limited public transportation and dining options.

 

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So is Tianjin city , and Guangzhou on soft lockdown .

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