VOICED : El coronavirus pone a prueba a los cementerios de Nueva York

New York cemeteries are nearing capacity due to the surge in COVID-19 deaths. The Greenwood Cemetery, the largest in the city, is almost full. The number of burials and cremations has more than doubled, with some days seeing four to five times the usual number of cremations. To prevent virus spread, cemetery staff wear protective gear and limit interaction with families, who are allowed limited access to services. New York has over 200,000 COVID-19 cases and more than 11,000 deaths, making it the pandemic's epicenter in the U.S.

What is the main reason for New York cemeteries reaching their capacity limits?

• Increased number of tourists

• Natural disasters

• Construction activities

• Rise in COVID-19 related deaths

How has the number of cremations changed during the pandemic?

• Decreased significantly

• Slightly increased

• Remained the same

• Increased four to five times

What measures are cemetery staff taking to prevent virus transmission?

• Wearing protective clothing

• Conducting online funerals

• Banning all family visits

• Increasing burial fees

What is the maximum number of people allowed in closed spaces during funerals?

• 20 people

• 15 people

• 10 people

• 5 people

Which city is considered the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States?

• Miami

• New York

• Chicago

• Los Angeles