March 16, 2020
The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has sickened at least 153,517 people and killed 5,735, according to the latest World Health Organization data release 15 March 2020. The total number of cases of infection is believed to be higher than what has been reported due to limited testing.
Countries around the world have restricted travel and are urging citizens to avoid crowds which could spread the virus. The Grasswire team is bringing together information from around the world highlighting how governments and private organizations are reacting to the disease.
Verified government information sources
- World Health Organization and daily Situation Reports
- U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control
Coronavirus testing
Limiting the spread of viruses and diseases
Until further notice, #USCIS asylum offices will not be open for walk-in assistance or non-interview inquiry appointments & will only be open to individuals appearing for previously scheduled interview appointments. Contact your asylum office w/ questions: https://t.co/rl6YvMtD7j
— USCIS Media – Southeast Region (@USCISMediaSouth) March 16, 2020
Breaking: WWE announces WrestleMania 36 will not be held in Tampa Bay
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) March 16, 2020
It will air live from the WWE Performance Center on April 5 with only essential personnel present pic.twitter.com/aCjdyI00WY
Until further notice, #USCIS asylum offices will not be open for walk-in assistance or non-interview inquiry appointments & will only be open to individuals appearing for previously scheduled interview appointments. Contact your asylum office w/ questions: https://t.co/rl6YvMtD7j
— USCIS Media – Southeast Region (@USCISMediaSouth) March 16, 2020
The University System of Georgia, which includes the University of Georgia and Georgia Tech, has announced that they will move to digital instruction for the rest of the semester.
Beginning March 30, Georgia State University will teach all classes solely online for the remainder of the spring semester, in accordance with guidance from the University System of Georgia. For more info visit: https://t.co/bWD8MEZXSt pic.twitter.com/rra7mtUeU0
— Georgia State University (@GeorgiaStateU) March 16, 2020