France Hits Record High with Covid Cases for Third Day Running
France has smashed its own Covid record again, reporting a whopping 86,852 new cases on Saturday. That’s the highest daily tally for the third straight day, health officials revealed. They also admitted some earlier numbers this week were under-reported by mistake.
France’s Covid Crisis Deepens
Total coronavirus cases in France have now soared to 1,748,705, making it the fifth worst-hit country worldwide. Deaths linked to the virus have tragically passed 40,000. Hospitals are stretched, with 27,660 patients currently receiving treatment for Covid.
Scottish Ferry Quarantined After Crew Covid Cases
Across the UK, a Scottish CalMac ferry has been pulled out of service for a thorough deep clean after three crew members tested positive for Covid-19.
The MV Isle of Lewis was hurriedly returned from Barra to Oban once the positive tests came in. Passengers were not on board during the voyage.
CalMac bosses confirmed a relief crew will step in to operate the ferry once it’s been fully sterilised and cleared to sail again.
“Three crew members from the Isle of Lewis have received positive tests for Covid-19,” said Robert Morrison, CalMac’s operations director.
“The vessel was returned from Barra to Oban without passengers and will undergo a deep clean by a specialist company.”
“A relief crew is being brought in to operate the vessel once it returns safely to service.”
“CalMac crew work in strict bubbles to protect passengers and colleagues but anyone concerned about potential symptoms should check the NHS Inform website.”
