The Quebec government is expected to provide an update on Saturday on its response to the novel coronavirus as cases continue to rise.
As of Saturday morning, there are 139 cases in Quebec, including one death and one person in recovery. Ten people are hospitalized, six of whom are in intensive care.
About 2,400 people are awaiting test results, and nearly 7,700 individuals have tested negative. The cases in Montreal climb to 31 — the highest in the province.
During a press conference on Friday, Quebec Premier François Legault said though previous announcements indicated schools would open March 30, elementary schools and high schools might face a different fate.
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