Authorities in Greece have extended measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus, shutting down shops, cafes, bars, malls and restaurants. <br /> <br />Libraries, museums, archeological sites and sports venues have also reportedly been closed.<br /><br />Video filmed in the northern city of Thessaloniki on Saturday shows deserted streets and protective measures in place.<br /><br />"Cities in Greece have turned to ghost towns, following the closure of shops and a 'traffic ban' that has been implemented as a measure to prevent the coronavirus from spreading," the filmer said. "Once-crowded public transportation now moves nearly empty and measures have been taken to protect drivers."<br /><br />Greek authorities on Saturday said that an additional 38 patients have been infected by the coronavirus, raising the total to 228, ekathimerini.com reported.
