(2 Apr 2020) The usually bustling streets and roads in Lisbon were almost deserted on Thursday as Portugal continued its nationwide lockdown to combat coronavirus. Aerial footage showed landmarks and tourist hotspots in Lisbon completely empty, with only a few cars on the streets.
Portugal's parliament and government have endorsed a two-week extension of the country's state of emergency, while granting authorities enhanced powers to block the spread of coronavirus.
Amid government fears that people will be reluctant to stay at home during the approaching Easter weekend, when family gatherings are a tradition, the temporary legal changes allow authorities to declare a lockdown.
The state of emergency now runs through April 17.
Portugal has officially recorded 9,034 cases of Covid-19 and 209 fatalities.
For most people, the new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough that clear up in two to three weeks.
For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia, and could lead to death.
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