37 Coronavirus Cases Found in Communal House Outside Kyiv

An outbreak of the coronavirus disease was recorded in a private dormitory in the town of Vyshneve, which is a satellite of the capital. 37 residents fell ill with 2 of them dying.

This was announced by the acting head of Kyiv regional state administration Vasyl Volodin.

According to the official, children were among the infected.

READ MORE: Another Major Ukrainian Abbey Closes Down Due to Coronavirus Outbreak and Quarantine Violations over Easter

Volodin noted that more than 300 people live in this dormitory. The exact number is being determined.

According to Volodin, all residents are now being checked for coronavirus by PCR testing. Movement restrictions have been introduced In the building itself.

READ MORE: Kyiv Pechersk Lavra Closes for Quarantine: Over 90 Coronavirus Cases Found

"The local authorities are currently organizing the delivery of food, medicine and personal care products to the dormitory," said the head of the administration.

For all the latest updates on the coronavirus in Ukraine, follow this link.