Mexico City will remain under its highest coronavirus alert level indefinitely as hospitals grapple with surging cases, Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed Friday. The capital's healthcare system is under strain, with some facilities already at maximum capacity and others nearing critical thresholds.
Current restrictions—including capacity limits for public spaces and mandatory mask mandates—will remain enforced for at least another week. Officials emphasized the need for vigilance, urging residents to avoid nonessential travel and large gatherings.
The alert extension follows a sustained rise in hospitalizations across the metropolitan area. While vaccine distribution continues, health authorities warn that low booster shot uptake among younger demographics could prolong the crisis.
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