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"Dear residents of Tartu, the next few weeks will be decisive, whether we will cope with the virus outbreak here in Tartu or whether we will have to once again say what no one wants -- that new restrictions will come," Klaas said, adding that he has three very serious requests in this situation.

"First, please rather avoid public closed spaces. Current statistics confirm that closed public spaces are namely the place where the virus can best spread," Klaas said. "There is nice summer weather outside, enjoy these moments and opportunities to be outside." 

"My second request: when out at public events, when moving around, please keep a distance. This 2+2 rule has been designed to protect each other. The organizers of the events have created conditions in which it is possible to sit and move around at a distance of two meters," Klaas said.

"Third, if there is an urgent need to be indoors, then my recommendation is -- please wear a mask there," the mayor said.

"And finally -- most importantly, if you feel even a little sick, please do not go out, stay home and consult your family doctor. Recent data suggest that young people suffer through this disease more lightly, but they pass it on to their older family members. And today, there are already cases where grandmothers have been hospitalized," Klaas said in his video address. "Let us pull ourselves together and come out of this situation together."