Wednesday is the fourth consecutive day during which Taiwan has not recorded any new cases of COVID-19.
The total number of cases Taiwan has recorded stands at 429. So far, six have died of the disease, while 311 other patients have made a full recovery and been released from quarantine.
Taiwan is set to enjoy a long weekend, starting May 1. Health Minister Chen Shih-chung says it seems unlikely that people out enjoying the long weekend will spark a new wave of infection. However, he said that Taiwan’s people should not let their guard down.
He said that people should still wear masks and maintain a safe distance from others while out this weekend. He also suggested that people travel to places in nature, where crowds are less likely to form.