Paris Locks Down Again , After Being Hit With 3rd Wave of COVID-19 Infections.<br />French Prime Minister Jean Castex <br />made the announcement on March 18.<br />The epidemic is getting worse. Our responsibility now is to not let it escape our control, French Prime Minister Jean Castex, via Reuters.<br />According to Fox News, there are currently more patients in city hospitals than there were during the second coronavirus wave in the country. .<br />Schools will remain open, but <br />non-essential businesses — many of which <br />rely on springtime tourism — must close. .<br />Outdoor exercise limits will also apply.<br />France resumed its use of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine on March 19, which it had previously suspended over blood clot fears.<br />Castex received the vaccine <br />on live television in an effort to <br />"restore public confidence."
