The Japanese government said that the passengers coming ashore had tested negative for the coronavirus and were safe to ride public transit and go home to their families. Officials said that the 443 people who left the ship on Wednesday had no symptoms and had tested negative for the virus. Cowie said that people who were newly infected could test negative for the coronavirus only to become ill a few days later. “We were quarantined, and if we test negative, we will be given a certification that proves we’re negative. The crew will be required to stay on board to help disinfect the ship after all passengers disembark.

Source: bd News24 February 19, 2020 20:03 UTC