South Korea reports 64 new coronavirus cases, total at 8,961

A woman wearing a mask to prevent contracting the coronavirus adjusts her husband's mask as they wait to check in at Incheon International Airport. (Credit: Reuters)

South Korea reported 64 new coronavirus cases on Monday, taking the national tally to 8,961, the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) said.

The new numbers extend a downward trend, marking the 12th day in a row the country has posted new infections of around 100, or less.