Is Safe Travels Amid Coronavirus Outbreak a Possibility?

With almost 250,000 cases all over the world, the coronavirus outbreak does not seem to be stopping anytime soon. While Italy, Spain, Iran, China and Germany stand tall as the countries most affected by the virus, several other countries have reported thousands of cases which are increasing every minute.

Considering the circumstances, the WHO and the governments all over the world have warned against all kinds of travel to these countries and elsewhere, unless it is extremely important. Even when travelling is essential, the authorities suggest people to take necessary measures for protecting themselves and others.

In case travelling by car, one must pay thorough attention on taking adequate hygiene measures. Doctors have advised the public to disinfect all surfaces before and after the journey. Safety measures must be given special consideration when the car is being shared with someone. Based on studies, at least seventy percent alcohol solution is effective against the coronavirus outbreak. The chemical compound — isopropyl alcohol will not cause any harm to the main surfaces of car.

Medical practitioners claim that the fabric facemask will not protect the wearer against the virus, but will reduce the potential risk of infecting others. In a sense, this makes way to protect those around the infected person. For proper self-protection, respirators of FFP3 class are recommended.

In order to maintain hygienic conditions, it is significant to clean heating and air-conditioning system in cars too. Moreover, it has been advised to choose a self-service filling station that will help avoid contact with the staff.

International traveling to the coronavirus affected countries must be avoided under all circumstances. The Foreign Office in the UK has advised against all but essential international travel for a month. Even the US government has been instructed Americans to avoid all international travel.

For containing the coronavirus outbreak, all 40 million residents of California have been requested to stay at home. Countries like Spain, Italy or France have implemented stricter guidelines than these.

Health advisories are requesting travellers all over the world to consider taking precautionary measures. At such a time, it is extremely significant to maintain personal and community hygiene and help the world to battle with this pandemic.