Hyogo Prefecture has announced that Governor Motohiko Saito has been confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus.
Governor Saito will be recuperating until the 25th of this month, which means that two vice-governor will work on his behalf until his return.
According to Hyogo Prefecture, Governor Saito was confirmed to be positive for the new corona when he underwent an antigen test on the morning of the 15th because he had a fever of 38 degrees and 3 minutes, malaise, and symptoms of coughing.
On the 14th, Governor Saito visited a fishery site in Minamiawaji City and attended a meeting held in Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture to register the "Naruto Whirlpools" as a World Heritage Site. It is said that there are no close contacts with the staff who did.
Governor Saito will be treated until the 25th of this month, and the two vice-governor will work on behalf of him until he returns, but he will consider working online when his symptoms recover.
In addition, the health center is investigating the infection route because the positive results have been confirmed for the family members living together.
Governor Saito "We apologize for the inconvenience."
Governor Saito updated his Twitter account on the 15th, saying, "I had a fever from this morning and the new corona infection was confirmed earlier. I am sorry for the inconvenience. The symptoms are relatively mild due to fever and cough. , We will also handle public affairs remotely. Please be careful, too. "