□ The current state* of major local clusters as of today (as of 12:00, 7 August) are as follows:

* The specific figures below may differ from the daily reported statistics (which are based on figures as of 0:00 today) or figures disclosed by local municipalities due to factors such as report timing and differences in the time period considered

○ Related to a coffee shop in Gangnam-gu, Seoul City, and a restaurant in Yangjae-dong, Seoul City, 1 additional cases were confirmed while in quarantine. The new case is a family member of a previously confirmed case (restaurant owner). In total, 16* cases have been confirmed.

* Seoul = 3 (+1), Gyeonggi = 10 (Including 2 reported as Gyeongbuk), Gyeongbuk = 3

○ Related to the Rejoice (Gippeum) 153 Church in Goyang City, Gyeonggi Province, 7 (2 in quarantine, 5 through contact tracing) additional cases were confirmed. In total, 15* cases have been confirmed.

* Index case and family members = 5, church members = 3 (+1), coworkers = 6 (+5), acquaintance = 1 (+1)

Risk factors: basement floor did not have windows or ventilation system, shared meal after worship service

○ Related to the Banseok Church in Pung-dong, Goyang City, Gyeonggi Province, contact tracing (18 individuals) after the confirmation of the index case (5 August) revealed 7 additional confirmed cases (1 family member, 5 church members, 1 family member of church member). In total, 8 cases have been confirmed.

* Risk factors: church members shared a meal after service

□ As of 0:00, 7 August, there were 11 imported cases, of which, 5 were confirmed at the point of entry, and 6 were confirmed in the community while in mandatory self-quarantine after arrival. 5 were Korean nationals and 6 foreign nationals.

○ The (presumed) location of infection acquisition of the 11 new imported cases are: Americas (4) (US 4), Africa (1) (Ethiopia 1), and Asia excluding China (6) (Iraq 3, Kazakhstan 1, Russia 1, Hong Kong 1).

○ 1 additional sailor has been confirmed while in quarantine, regarding the ORANGE DREAM (Russian bulk carrier, total of 20 sailors) that has been docked at Incheon Harbor, since it entered the harbor on 26 July. In total, 2 (1 case confirmed on 26 July) cases have been confirmed.

□ KCDC analyzed COVID-19 transmission risk factors based on report made through to the Safety Sinmungo* e-Report, and stressed the importance of keeping COVID-19 prevention guidelines in the upcoming weekend.

* Reports related to COVID-19 guidelines can be made through the Sinmungo app (Android, iOS) or at www.safetyreport.go.kr

○ 1,779 reports have been made during the month of July. Reports related to COVID-19 prevention guideline infractions at PC cafes (61.9%) and restaurants/cafes (11.1%) accounted for the majority of the reports.

- With the start of summer vacation and the holiday season, reports related to PC cafes* and restaurant/cafes** have increased in the second half of July.

* PC cafes, July reports: 1st week = 149, 2nd week = 264, 3rd week = 160, 4th week = 207, 5th week = 321

** restaurants/cafes, July reports: 1st week = 25, 2nd week = 51, 3rd week = 28, 4th week = 41, 5th week = 53

□ In light of the recent damage and flooding caused by heavy rain, KCDC stressed the importance of safe water and food, handwashing, and personal hygiene to prevent infectious diseases.

○ Flooded areas are prone to outbreaks of waterborne or foodborne infectious diseases, such as bacterial dysentery, typhoid fever, and enterohemorrhagic E. coli, while increasing the risk of food poisoning.

- Only consume safe food and water (packaged water or boiled water), do not keep cooked food for a long time, and always maintain personal hygiene. Make sure that meals are cooked and prepared with the abovementioned guidelines in mind.

○ Flooded areas are also prone to outbreaks of contagious eye diseases (keratoconjunctivitis, acute hemorrhagic conjunctivitis) and skin diseases.

- Wear long boots and waterproof garments when working in flooded areas, as contact with flood water may cause skin diseases.

- Wash parts of your skin that made contact with flood water with clean water. For those engaged in disaster recovery work, make sure to sufficiently hydrate and take breaks while working.

○ If working around standing water that is left after a typhoon or a flood, there is risk of contracting leptospirosis, which is transmitted through the infected urine of animals.

- While doing rice re-planting work, make sure to wear garments, boots, and rubber gloves that can protect your skin. If you experience symptoms (including fever) after working near standing water, visit your local hospital to see a doctor.

○ Mosquitos can quickly multiply in the rainy season, due to standing water and humid weather. Caution is advised against mosquito-borne infectious diseases (malaria, Japanese encephalitis).

- Standing water and other mosquito-friendly habitats should be removed. Refrain from going outdoors in the evening, take care not to get bitten by mosquitos, and visit your local hospital to see a doctor when you show symptoms (including fever).

○ In addition, those using temporary shelters for displaced people are advised to follow the COVID-19 prevention guidelines, including wearing a mask, washing your hands, and keeping a 2m distance from others.

□ In light of the increased COVID-19 transmission occurring in weekend religious events, small-group meetings, and other religious activities, KCDC asked the public for extra caution during the upcoming weekend.