Notably, this is the first time that the number of new infections has exceeded 500 in the past eight months. The reason is that infection clusters are scattered all over the country, originating from daily activities of the people. This also makes it more difficult to control.
In response, Korea re-imposed tough regulations on social segregation in the capital Seoul and surrounding areas over the past week. Other provinces and cities also adjust their social gap regulations according to the local epidemic situation.
South Korean health officials are also working to prevent the risk of a third wave of infections that could break out before the university exams scheduled for December 3.