U.K. Fights Mutant Covid Strain; London Begins Lockdown

The transcript discusses a new strain of the virus that has significantly impacted London, accounting for 70% of infections. The UK has seen a rapid increase in cases, prompting WHO to investigate the mutation. While European countries have restricted travel, the US has not imposed restrictions yet. New York's Governor Cuomo expressed concerns about flights from the UK, fearing a repeat of the spring outbreak.

What percentage of infections in London is the new strain responsible for?

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%

• 80%

Which organization is working with the UK to study the mutation of the virus?

• WHO

• CDC

• UNICEF

• NHS

What has been the US response to the new virus strain?

• No restrictions imposed yet

• Banned all flights from Europe

• Declared a state of emergency

• Imposed travel restrictions

In which country has a case of the new strain been confirmed outside the UK?

• Spain

• Germany

• Italy

• France

What is Governor Andrew Cuomo's main concern regarding the new strain?

• Healthcare system overload

• Flights from the UK bringing untested people

• Economic impact

• Lack of vaccines