WHO declares coronavirus a global health emergency as death toll rises

World Health Organization has declared coronavirus a public health emergency of international concern.

At least 213 people are dead and more than 9,692 cases have been confirmed in mainland China, as the virus spreads globally.

There are more than 9,700 cases worldwide. The outbreak has reached 22 places outside of mainland China, including Italy, India and the Philippines.

Nearly 60 million people have been under partial or full lockdown in Chinese cities for a week.

The UK, US, Japan, and several other countries are working to fly their citizens out of Wuhan.

– CNN