15 million people confined to a country bordering France. The quarantine imposed Sunday by the Italian government until April 3 in a large portion of the north of the peninsula disrupts the daily life of a large part of the population, in order to limit the spread of the coronavirus in the most affected country of the continent . Europe 1 lists its main repercussions.
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No one can enter or leave
No one can enter or leave the quarantined area for any reason. People who were outside the area concerned when the decree came into force can return to their homes. Non-residents, including tourists, can leave the area. Within the quarantine zone, movement must be limited.
The police can ask anyone traveling to justify the reason, for example with a medical certificate or a letter from their employer. No particular limitations in public transport, except to respect the safety distance of at least one meter.
Closed public places, a safe distance from restaurants
Museums, sports halls, swimming pools, nightclubs, games rooms and pubs must remain closed. Bars and restaurants can remain open as long as the safety distance is respected, otherwise they must close.
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Up to three months in prison
Stores are open but must maintain the safety distance. Shopping centers and markets must close on weekends, but not pharmacies and food stores, although they too must enforce the safe distance.
In the event of non-compliance with the rules laid down by the government decree, the police can arrest the offender, who faces up to three months' imprisonment or a fine of up to 206 euros.