The Quebec government is expected to inform the public on the latest developments concerning the coronavirus pandemic on Wednesday after releasing projections on the possible course of the outbreak.
The sobering scenarios estimate that the novel coronavirus will lead to anywhere between 1,263 and 8,860 deaths in the province by the end of the month.
There could be 29,000 to nearly 60,000 cases by April 30. Public health officials were reluctant to provide exact figures, but they say the situation will likely be closer to the best-case scenario.
The peak of the outbreak is expected in 10 days, on April 18, according to the model. [ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ] In Quebec, COVID-19, the illness