Seoul reports 10 more coronavirus cases, total at 10,738

TOKYO, April 27 (KUNA) -- South Korea reported 10 more cases of the novel coronavirus on Monday, bringing the nation's total to 10,738.
Of the new cases, seven were imported, Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a statement carried by Yonhap News Agency.
The death toll from the respiratory disease rose by one to 243, according to the public health agency.
This is the fifth day in a row that the number of new infections stayed at 10 or below. Despite a respite, local health authorities remain vigilant ahead of the upcoming long holiday, when people are expected to make short trips locally, as flights overseas are suspended.
South Korea will celebrate Buddha's Birthday on Thursday, followed by May Day on Friday and Children's Day on May 5. (end) mk.gb