Quebec Premier François Legault will provide an update on the outbreak of the novel coronavirus in the province on Wednesday afternoon.
The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases rose by 24 in one day in the biggest jump yet in Quebec, bringing the province’s total to 74 as of Tuesday afternoon.
Nearly 3,000 people are awaiting test results, while 4,778 have been given the all clear. The spike has pushed the government to call on Quebec youth to heed public health authorities’ advice and stay home.
Legault is also asking individuals to avoid unnecessary outings and large gatherings. The Legault government has rolled out a series of sweeping measures aimed at containing the virus.