On the 28th in Tokyo, it was confirmed that 3177 people, the largest number ever, were infected with the new coronavirus, and Governor Koike said that vaccination was progressing and it was the peak of the third wave. Recognizing that the situation is different from January, he called for cooperation again in vaccination and thorough basic infection prevention measures.
On the 28th, the highest number of infections in Tokyo, 3177 people, was confirmed, which was the highest ever for two consecutive days.
Regarding this, Governor Koike told reporters at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government on the morning of the 29th, "The number of new positives has increased significantly recently with the number of tests and the positive rate. On the other hand, it was the peak of the third wave. Compared to January, the contents have changed considerably with and without the vaccine. "
On top of that, "The point is still active young people, and the percentage of young people who are positive is increasing as the number of elderly people is decreasing. Be careful about vaccination and various basic measures. I would like you to do it here. "
In addition, Governor Koike said, "Right now, we are fighting for the expansion of Delta strains, vaccination, and basic measures. If you keep the basics and become defenseless, the current mutant strains are very dangerous. I want to share it with you. "