What will change during quarantine in April? Putin's address

Quarantine measures are currently being introduced in many regions of Russia to stop the spread of the coronavirus. The current week has been declared a non-working week, and citizens have been urged to stay indoors and keep outdoor activities to a minimum. Today, Russian President Vladimir Putin made a second address to Russians. He announced that the self-imposed isolation will be extended until April 30. We tell you how urban life will change after such a serious decision.

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What will not work during the quarantine?

This week, the capital has already closed establishments where a large number of people usually accumulate. Now we are temporarily unavailable to visit cafes, bars, restaurants, cinemas, shopping centers and other places of leisure. Unfortunately, fitness centers, swimming pools and sports sections have also been hit. So we will not see strength training in the gym and stretching in the stretching studio until at least the end of the month.

During the quarantine medical institutions and pharmacies, enterprises with continuous production, stores of goods of prime necessity and all services engaged in life support will continue to work. So you can still get the necessary help and medicines, buy products for a healthy diet and order sports equipment in the online store.

Situation in the regions

The toughest measures will affect Moscow, the Moscow region and cities with a large number of infected residents. The President urged the regions to act independently, depending on the specific situation. While in some regions it is necessary to impose serious restrictions, in others local and point solutions will suffice. For example, Karelia, where not a single infected person has been found so far, is unlikely to undergo serious changes in the coming weeks. Although, of course, all people, no matter where they live, should follow the rules of hygiene and take care of their health.

In addition, regions will be able to reduce the number of non-working days if the situation improves. The announced date – April 30 – will not turn out to be the finish line of self-isolation for everyone. Perhaps some cities will get back on track sooner, while others will have to remain in isolation for a longer period of time.