Rome’s streets remain unusually empty after closures

(17 Mar 2020) Rome streets are still unusually empty after the Italian government order to avoid non-essential movement to contain the spreading of the new coronavirus. The emptiness of the normally crowded Rome central squares increased when the central government imposed the closure also on bars, restaurants and parks. Italy reported another jump in infections Monday, up more than 3,000 to 27,980. With 2,158 deaths — including 349 more in just the last 24 hours — Italy now accounts for well over a quar