Toll of Covid-19 cases soars to 1,801

The total number of cases of coronavirus was at 1,801 as of today 8.00 pm, the Health Ministry said.

 It said four Covid-19 infected patients were reported today.

There are currently 931 patients who are under medical care while 858 patients have completely recovered and been discharged from hospitals.

So far, 11 deaths of Covid-19 have been reported from Sri Lanka.

Meanwhile, the Epidemiology Unit said Rangala Navy Camp, Navy headquarters, Welisara Navy base and Batticaloa have been identified as current high risk areas in the country.

According to health authorities, there are prevailing two clusters in Sri Lanka such as navy personnel and returnees from foreign countries. 

Covid-19 cases in Sri Lanka started to surge from April 20 with a navy officer tested positive for the virus.

The highest number Covid-19 cases of 150 was reported on May 27 in Sri Lanka. (Sheain Fernandopulle)