According to him, while hospitals are coping with the number of cases, "the bed fund is not endless."

“Unfortunately, time confronts us with a choice between the life and health of citizens and the economy.

We choose the life and health of Petersburgers, ”the press service quotes Beglova.

However, he called the situation with the coronavirus in St. Petersburg difficult.

“The situation in St. Petersburg is difficult, but so far the city is holding a blow,” said the Governor of St. Petersburg.

In St. Petersburg, 1485 cases of coronavirus were detected per day.

Since November 9, the city has suspended the work of food courts and food places, with the exception of those located at train stations, at the airport and at gas stations.

In addition, children's playrooms in the shopping center are temporarily closed, and mass events of more than 70 people in buildings are prohibited.