South Korea reports highest daily Covid-19 case jump in 3 months

The spike comes amid criticism of a slow vaccine rollout while people are increasingly venturing outdoors to take advantage of good weather. Credit: Reuters File Photo

South Korea has recorded its highest daily jump in new Covid-19 infections in about three months, as officials urge the public to maintain vigilance.

The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency said Wednesday it's confirmed 731 new cases over the past 24 hours. They brought the country's total to 111,419 with 1,782 deaths.

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The spike comes amid criticism of a slow vaccine rollout while people are increasingly venturing outdoors to take advantage of good weather.

Senior health official Yoon Taeho says an increased mobility last weekend was proof that South Korea's public vigilance has loosened, and that elevating social distancing rules will be discussed in the next few days.

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