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Chronology 2021: Germany and the Corona Pandemic

The year started with a strong Corona wave and thousands of new infections per day. Many Germans thought the pandemic was under control, until the Infection numbers literally exploded again in late 2021.

December 21st, 2021

Chancellor Olaf Scholz and the First Ministers from Germany’s federal states were going to discuss new measures against the Coronavirus at yet another Corona conference this afternoon. According to a draft proposal several German-language publications quote from, contact restrictions will be put in place again. Those will be tighter for unvaccinated persons, but also apply to vaccinated individuals.

Since the Omicron variant of the Coronavirus is threatening the system, according to Scholz’ expert council, ways to defend it are part of the agenda as well. At their online meeting, the participants are supposed to discuss measures designed to make sure the critical infrastructure keeps on working. The police, fire departments, hospitals and ambulances need to work even when countless Germans are in quarantine. The same applies to the water and electricity supply and telecommunications services.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 21st, 2021, 08:07 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 693
Total number of infections: 6,833,050
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 23,428
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 108,814
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 462
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,619
Hospitalization Incidence: 4.73
Number of vaccine doses administered: 141.1 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 70.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 306.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 325.8

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December 20th, 2021

Germany’s new Corona expert council demands contact restrictions because of the danger posed by the Omicron variant of the Coronavirus. There was a need for action, the panel Chancellor Olaf Scholz relies on says. In an interview on ARD television, Health Minister Karl Lauterbach rules out a lockdown for Christmas, but says there would be a fifth Corona wave.

The number of new Corona infections registered in the past 24 hours is 16,068. It has not been this low since November 8th. But Germany’s Seven Day Incidence increases a little, to 316.0. Because of Omicron, experts are expecting exploding infection numbers very soon.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 20th, 2021, 06:18 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 692
Total number of infections: 6,809,622
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 16,086
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 108,352
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 119
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,621
Hospitalization Incidence: 4.73
Number of vaccine doses administered: 140.9 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 70.2

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 316.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 316.7

December 19th, 2021

In Potsdam, a local Corona outbreak was reported. It happened at a concert at the city’s Church of the Savior on December 8th of this year. Thirty-six vocalists performed at the event. Eleven of them now tested positive for Corona. At least one of them has the far more contagious Omicron variant of the Coronavirus. The ‘Potsdamer Neueste Nachrichten’ daily reported about this first.

It was a ‘2G Plus’ event, meaning all performers and the entire audience were supposed to be vaccinated or recovered and tested for Corona infections. This is the strange part. On Tuesday, the health authority in Potsdam was informed. Seven infected singers live in Potsdam. At least one, the one who tested positive with the Omicron variant, resides in Berlin. All other vocalists who took part in the concert are in quarantine now, as a precaution. Several persons were tested. The results are expected to come in next week.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 19th, 2021, 06:48 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 691
Total number of infections: 6,793,536
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 29,348
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 108,233
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 180
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,649
Hospitalization Incidence: 4.84
Number of vaccine doses administered: 140.9 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 70.2

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 315.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 315.4

December 18th, 2021

While Germany fears the Omicron variant of the Coronavirus could hit soon, cause exploding infection numbers and create huge problems at hospitals, there are less Corona cases now than there were last week. According to the Robert Koch Institute, 42,813 new infections were registered in the past 24 hours. Last Saturday, there were about 11,000 more. Germany’ Seven Day Incidence decreases to 321.8 from 331.8 on Friday, and the number of COVID-19 patients in intensive care drops down to 4,677. It used to be above 4,900 until Tuesday of this week.

But the number of Corona-related deaths is still very high. More than 400 infected patients died since yesterday. Berlin’s Incidence is increasing for the third day in a row. It now stands at 314.0. Three eastern German states are the country’s Corona hotspots. Thuringia’s Incidence is 850.7, Saxony stands at 731.2 and Saxony-Anhalt at 683.1.

Germany is about to declare five more countries ‘High Risk Areas’ because of high Corona infection numbers there. Entering Germany from there will be more complicated as a result. The countries are Denmark, France, Andorra, Norway and Lebanon.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 18th, 2021, 07:35 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 690
Total number of infections: 6,764,188
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 42,813
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 108,053
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 414
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,677
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.09
Number of vaccine doses administered: 139.7 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 70.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 321.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 314.0

December 17th, 2021

After exactly one year of Corona vaccinations, Germany reaches a vaccination rate of 70 percent. Because of the high numbers of new infections and the spread of the Omicron variant of the Coronavirus, the number of vaccinations had increased again in the past weeks. On Wednesday of this week alone, 1.496 million Germans (and residents of other nationalities in Germany) were immunized. But Germany is still behind, compared to many other European Union states. Portugal has reached a vaccination rate of 89 percent, Spain stands at 83 percent, and Italy and France are approaching the 80 percent mark.

The Green MP Janosch Dahmen demands mandatory Corona vaccinations for public officials in some professions, including police officers, fire fighters and teachers. So far, immunizations are compulsory for nurses and other caretakers in hospitals, nursing homes and similar establishments.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 17th, 2021, 09:33 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 689
Total number of infections: 6,721,375
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 50,968
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 107,639
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 437
Corona patients at ICUs: n/a
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.10
Number of vaccine doses administered: 138.2 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 70.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 331.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 296.7

December 16th, 2021

In Germany, the Robert koch Institute reports the second-highest number of Corona-related deaths since February 18th, 2021. Since yesterday, 522 COVID-19 patients lost their lives. But, the number of new Corona infections is still decreasing. There are 56,677 new cases. Last Thursday, there were more than 70,000. Germany’s Seven Day Incidence decreases slightly, to 340.1.

In the meantime, German Experts fear the Omicron mutation of the Coronavirus. The virologist Sandra Ciesek of the University Clinic in Frankfurt says the Omicron wave was unstoppable. According to her, Germany needs to use “all tools it has available”, including booster vaccinations, in order to slow down the expected spread of Omicron a little. The epidemiologist Berit Lange says because of Omicron’s high contagiosity, the situation could get out of control quickly.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 16th, 2021, 07:07 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 688
Total number of infections: 6,670,407
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 56,677
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 107,202
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 522
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,805
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.17
Number of vaccine doses administered: 136.6 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 69.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 340.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 288.1

December 15th, 2021

According to Health Minister Karl Lauterbach, Germany does not have enough vaccine for the booster vaccination campaign the government is planning for the first quarter of 2022. He says so in an interview with the ARD radio and TV network. Lauterbach states he was already trying to resolve the issue by going “through all available channels”. A stocktaking had unveiled the problem, the Minister explains.

Him and his colleagues from Germany’s sixteen federal states decide to make things easier for persons who already got their booster shots. They will be allowed to join events or enter places at which the ‘2G Plus’ rule applies. This means, wherever vaccinated or recovered persons need to show negative Corona tests in spite of their status, individuals with booster shots do not.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 15th, 2021, 08:15 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 687
Total number of infections: 6,613,730
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 51,301
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 106,680
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 453
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,892
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.27
Number of vaccine doses administered: 135.4 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 69.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 353.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 296.2

December 14th, 2021

In Berlin, Dresden, Rostock, Magdeburg, Mannheim and other cities, thousands of anti-vaccinationists, Corona deniers and other conspiracy theorists take part in protests. Hundreds of police officers try to keep the situation under control. Several of them are injured during those events. In an interview with ‘Funke Mediengruppe’, Interior Minister Nancy Faeser calls on those protesters to distance themselves from far-right extremists who were using those rallies for their own purposes.

The number of new Corona infections in Germany decreases. The Seven Day Incidence is now 375.0. All federal states now have three-digit Incidences. Until yesterday, Saxony and Thuringia were above 1,000. But the number of Corona-related deaths remains very high. According to the Robert Koch Institute, 437 Corona patients died since yesterday.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 14th, 2021, 08:16 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 686
Total number of infections: 6,562,429
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 30,823
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 106,227
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 473
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,926
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.17
Number of vaccine doses administered: 134.5 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 69.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 375.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 307.8

December 13th, 2021

Germany is about to start vaccinating children between five and eleven years of age against Corona. The first doses of Biontech/Pfizer vaccine for this age group are supposed to be delivered to the federal states this week. Depending on the state they live in, kids can get their immunizations at vaccination centers, pediatrician’s offices, schools and other locations.

The Corona infection numbers in Germany are decreasing right now. Today, the Robert Koch Institute registered 21,743 new cases. Last Sunday, there were some 6,000 more. The Seven Day Incidence decreased to 389.2. Exactly 4,905 Corona patients are in intensive care right now. These days, this number is not changing much. At this point, two federal states have Incidences above 1,000. They are Saxony and Thuringia.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 13th, 2021, 08:55 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 685
Total number of infections: 6,531,606
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 21,743
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 105,754
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 116
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,905
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.17
Number of vaccine doses administered: 133.3 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 69.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 389.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 309.7

December 12th, 2021

For the first time since November 23rd, Germany’s Seven Day Incidence drops below 400. On Sundays, the Corona numbers are not really representative, meaning they do not really paint the full picture because not all health authorities and hospitals report them on weekends, but today’s available number of new Corona infections is a lot lower than it was last Sunday. Back then, there were some 42,000 new cases. Now, there are less than 34,000.

The Robert Koch Institute reports a four-digit Seven Day Incidence level for one state, namely Thuringia, which now stands at 1,025.0, while Saxony, the other Corona hotspot, dropped down to 990.5. Two German counties used to stand above 2,000. Not anymore. Meissen county in Saxony is now at 1,929.9. Even the number of Corona patients in Germany’s intensive care units decreased slightly, to 4,902.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 12th, 2021, 08:28 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 684
Total number of infections: 6,509,863
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 33,646
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 105,638
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 132
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,902
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.73
Number of vaccine doses administered: 133.3 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 69.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 390.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 341.7

December 11th, 2021

Germany’s new government amends the country’s Infection Protection Act with its majority at the Berlin Bundestag. The law now includes mandatory Corona vaccinations for employees, including nurses and caretakers, at hospitals, care homes and doctor’s offices. Medics and ambulance drivers need to get immunized as well. Those affected by the law amendment need to be fully vaccinated by March 15th, 2022, meaning they have enough time to get their shots.

According to the Robert Koch Institute, the national Seven Day Incidence dropped down to 402.9 from 413.7. Since yesterday, more than 53,000 new Corona infections were registered. The number of Corona-related deaths since yesterday is 510, which is extremely high. At this stage, two of Germany’s sixteen federal states have four-digit Incidences. They are Saxony and Thuringia.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 11th, 2021, 09:00 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 683
Total number of infections: 6,477,217
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 53,697
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 105,506
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 510
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,947
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.73
Number of vaccine doses administered: 132.2 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 69.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 402.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 324.0

December 10th, 2021

After the first ‘Corona conference’ he headed, Germany’s new Chancellor Olaf Scholz says a tightening of the country’s Corona restrictions before Christmas was a possibility. Next week, Scholz’ new council of experts is supposed to convene. If necessary, his government wanted to “act quickly and resolutely”, Scholz vowed. He also said the vaccination campaign would take longer than many expected.

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence decreases again, but remains at a very high level. There are more than 60,000 new Corona infections. The number of Corona-related deaths in the past 24 hours is 484, which is extremely high.

At the Bundestag, Germany’s new Health Minister Karl Lauterbach says the government intended to slow down the Delta wave and prevent an Omicron wave from spreading. It was fighting for making safe travels possible during the Christmas holidays. Nobody wanted to close all restaurants, Lauterbach says, but the infection numbers were so high that keeping unvaccinated persons out was the only alternative. “That is where we stand”, he stated. But the Minister also says he knew Germany would succeed.

Olaf Scholz faces the press in Berlin on December 9th, 2021.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 10th, 2021, 08:50 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 682
Total number of infections: 6,423,520
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 61,288
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 104,996
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 484
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,943
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.71
Number of vaccine doses administered: 130.8 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 69.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 413.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 342.2

December 9th, 2021

While today’s number of new Corona infections is extremely high, Germany’s Seven Day Incidence decreases. Berlin’s Incidence slumps to 281.4 from 342.7 on Wednesday. The number of Corona patients in intensive care decreases, but it is unclear whether this is connected to the high number of Corona-related deaths. Since yesterday, 465 Corona patients died.

In spite of improving Incidence levels, the situation remains serious. In some areas, hospitals cannot cope with high numbers of incoming Corona patients anymore. In many cases, they have to be flown to hospitals in other regions or states. According to German-language media reports, some ICU doctors fear they will have to select which patients can be treated, if the numbers keep on increasing.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 9th, 2021, 09:13 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 681
Total number of infections: 6,362,232
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 70,611
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 104,512
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 465
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,897
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.79
Number of vaccine doses administered: 129.6 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 69.2

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 422.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 281.4

December 8th, 2021

Since yesterday, 527 Corona-related deaths were registered in Germany. It is the highest number since February 18th. Almost 70,000 new infections were confirmed by the Robert Koch Institute in Berlin. Meissen county in Saxony is Germany’s most dangerous Corona hotspot. In this region with 240,000 inhabitants more than 1,000 new Corona cases have to be added to the list every day. The Seven Day Incidence in this county is 2,897.6 (no typo).

From today, Deutsche Bahn’s ticket inspectors will be checking the adherence to its Corona rules. When they look at the passengers’ tickets, they are supposed to see whether they are either vaccinated or cured, or, if they are not, whether they have Corona tests with negative results. Individuals who do not follow the rules will have to leave the trains they are on and pay hefty fines.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 8th, 2021, 09:47 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 680
Total number of infections: 6,291,621
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 69,601
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 104,047
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 527
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,950
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.79
Number of vaccine doses administered: 129.6 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 69.2

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 427.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 342.7

December 7th, 2021

Germany’s Corona infection numbers are still on an extremely high level, but improving. Since last Tuesday, he Seven Day Incidence level dropped from 452.2 to 432.2. A week ago, more than 45,000 new infections were registered. Today, there are some 36,000. In Saxony, the Incidence decreased from above 1,200 to below 1,100. Whether the improving numbers are a new trend or just a bump in the statistics is unclear.

All in all, Germany still is in a serious situation. The number of Corona patients in intensive care is approaching 5,000. In two German counties, Hildburghausen in Thuringia and Meissen in Saxony, the Incidences are above 2,000. In 26 more counties, they are four-digit numbers. Germany’s vaccination rate has still not reached 70 percent.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 7th, 2021, 08:46 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 679
Total number of infections: 6,222,020
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 36,059
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 103,520
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 399
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,905
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.45
Number of vaccine doses administered: 126.7 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 69.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 432.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 336.8

December 6th, 2021

The number of new Coronavirus infections in Germany is slightly lower than it was last Monday morning, but the Seven Day Incidence increases a little, compared to Sunday. Saxony and Thuringia are still above 1,000. Brandenburg, the third Corona hotspot, is at a level of 643.2. Two counties in Saxony, Meissen and Mittelsachsen, have Incidences above 2,000. The Robert Koch Institute reports 4-digit Incidences in thirty more German counties.

Germany’s future government known as the ‘traffic light coalition’ is preparing tighter Corona measures which would give the federal states the right to close restaurants and to put in place mandatory Corona vaccinations for nurses and caretakers at retirement homes. In the meantime, the police in Dresden are preparing for a large protest staged by Corona deniers, other conspiracy theorists and far-right extremists in front of the state parliament which is scheduled to take a decision about an ‘epidemic case’ later today. This is a term for a situation in the pandemic in which tighter rules need to be implemented.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 6th, 2021, 07:23 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 678
Total number of infections: 6,185,961
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 27,836
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 103,121
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 81
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,824
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.32
Number of vaccine doses administered: 126.6 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 68.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 441.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 341.4

December 5th, 2021

In some Bavarian counties, the Corona infection numbers are decreasing to some extent. Germany’s Seven Day Incidence drops down a tiny bit as well, to a level of 439.2. The daily number of new infections for all of Germany is a bit lower than it was last Sunday.

But, all in all, the Corona situation is still alarming. In the country’s hotspots Saxony and Thuringia, the Seven Day Incidences are still above 1,000 (1,227.1 and 1,036.7, respectively), three counties, all located in Saxony, are above 2,000. As many as 28 German counties stand between 1,000 and 2,000. And the number of Corona patients in ICUs is still on the rise.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 5th, 2021, 07:44 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 677
Total number of infections: 6,158,125
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 42,055
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 103,040
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 94
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,805
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.48
Number of vaccine doses administered: 126.6 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 68.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 439.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 343.7

December 4th, 2021

Germany’s federal states are working on implementing the latest nationwide Corona rules. In states like Bavaria and Saxony, where the infection numbers are a lot higher than elsewhere, the local regulations are stricter. Some rules in some states may seem a little weird. Berlin just forbade dancing at dance clubs, but those locations are supposed to remain open.

The number of new infections in Germany is still extremely high. According to the Robert Koch Institute, more than 64,000 cases were registered since yesterday. Three hundred and seventy-eight COVID-19 patients died in the past 24 hours. In Brandenburg, hospitals are filling up. Five Corona patients from there are now being treated in Berlin.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 4th, 2021, 09:18 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 676
Total number of infections: 6,116,070
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 64,510
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 102,946
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 378
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,797
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.63
Number of vaccine doses administered: 125.5 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 68.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 442.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 351.4

December 3rd, 2021

Chancellor Angela Merkel, her likely successor Olaf Scholz and the federal states decide to put in place uniform Corona rules in order to slow down the fourth wave. Only vaccinated and cured persons will have access to most shops, all restaurants and cafés as well as cultural venues. Contact restrictions apply as soon as one unvaccinated person is involved. Also there will be a firecracker sales ban, just like last year.

The total number of Corona infections in Germany since the crisis commenced now exceeds 6 million. More than 74,000 new Corona infections are being registered within 24 hours. The county Mittelsachsen in Saxony is Germany’s new Corona hotspot. The Incidence there is above 2,000.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 3rd, 2021, 08:58 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 675
Total number of infections: 6,051,560
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 74,352
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 102,568
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 390
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,793
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.52
Number of vaccine doses administered: 123.4 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 68.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 442.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 360.7

December 2nd, 2021

For the third time in a row, Germany’s Seven Day Incidence decreased a little, but today’s number of new Corona infections in the past 24 hours is extremely high yet again. There are 73,209 cases. Since yesterday, 388 COVID-19 patients died. In Saxony, the Incidence used to be above 1,200. Now, it is slightly below this level, but the federal state’s infection numbers are still catastrophic.

The acting Chancellor Angela Merkel, her likely successor Olaf Scholz and the heads of government from Germany’s states were supposed to hold another ‘Corona conference’ today, in order to talk about nationwide measures designed to slow down the pandemic in the ongoing fourth wave. Ahead of the discussions, the prominent Social Democratic health expert Heiner Lauterbach demanded several immediate steps in an interview with the ‘Rheinische Post’ daily. He said schoolkids needed to wear masks in class until Christmas, unvaccinated people had to reduce their contacts substantially and the ‘2G rule’ needed to apply in most shops all across Germany. ‘2G’ means that only vaccinated and cured individuals may enter.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 2nd, 2021, 06:40 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 674
Total number of infections: 5,977,208
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 73,209
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 102,178
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 388
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,690
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.62
Number of vaccine doses administered: 123.3 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 68.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 439.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 361.5

December 1st, 2021

Germany’s acting government and the future one want to jump-start a program they call “act of solidarity”. This is about breaking the fourth Corona wave and bringing relief to the health system by putting in place stricter rules the details of which are supposed to be discussed at yet another ‘Corona conference’ with the First Ministers from the federal states. A “vaccination offensive” is part of the plans. Carsten Breuer, a prominent Bundeswehr General who has been involved in the fight against Corona before, is now heading a vaccination management team. Its task is to get vaccine into people’s veins.

While Germany’s Seven Day Incidence decreased a little, today’s number of new Coronavirus infections is the third-highest of all time. There are 67,186 of them. At the same time, the number of Corona-related deaths in the past 24 hours is higher than it has been in months. As many as 446 Corona patients died since yesterday.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: December 1st, 2021, 09:01 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 673
Total number of infections: 5,903,999
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 67,186
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 101,790
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 446
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,636
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.62
Number of vaccine doses administered: 122.5 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 68.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 442.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 370.3

November 30th, 2021

In Berlin, Germany’s acting Chancellor Angela Merkel, her likely successor Olaf Scholz and the First Ministers from the federal states were going to discuss the Corona situation again today. One of the subjects they will talk about is a decision by the Federal Constitutional Court on the ‘Federal Emergency Brake’ law which gave the government the right to impose strict anti-Corona measures on the country, including contact restrictions and nightly curfews. The decision will likely have implications for the present and future.

While Germany’s Seven Day Incidence decreased a tiny bit, the number of new Corona infections increased by about 400. There are 45,753 new cases. At ICUs all over Germany, more and more Corona patients are being treated. Now, there are 4,599 of them. Since yesterday, 388 Corona-related deaths were reported.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 30th, 2021, 08:57 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 672
Total number of infections: 5,836,813
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 45,753
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 101,344
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 388
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,599
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.73
Number of vaccine doses administered: 121.9 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 68.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 452.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 372.1

November 29th, 2021

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence reaches yet another all-time high. It now stands at 452.4. Along with the Coronavirus infections, the number of COVID-19 patients in intensive care continues to increase. Saxony, Thuringia, Brandenburg, Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg are the federal states with the highest infection numbers. In Brandenburg, three counties have four-digit Incidence levels. They are Elbe Elster (1,637.2, one of the worst hotpots in all of Germany), Spree-Neisse (1,377.7) and Dahme-Spreewald (1,060.5). Several other counties are approaching the 1,000 mark.

Since Thursday, nightly curfews for unvaccinated persons have been in place in the counties Dahme-Spreewald, Elbe-Elster, Oberspreewald-Lausitz and Spree-Neisse. Now, the same applies in Teltow-Fläming and Frankfurt/Oder. The infection numbers are on the rise in all of Brandenburg’s counties.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 29th, 2021, 07:33 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 671
Total number of infections: 5,791,060
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 29,364
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 100,956
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 73
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,459
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.52
Number of vaccine doses administered: 121.2 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 68.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 452.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 371.5

November 28th, 2021

The ‘Omicron’ variant of the Coronavirus reaches Germany. According to the Health Ministry in Bavaria, two passengers from South Africa who are infected with the new strain landed in Munich on November 24th. In Frankfurt, there is one suspected case. Austria and Denmark reported flight passengers with ‘Omicron’ as well. The Dutch health authorities are looking into possible cases. They are individuals who arrived at Shiphol Airport in Amsterdam.

Christian Drosten, one of Germany’s leading virologists, says he believes the available vaccines will protect people against the new Corona mutant as well, especially in regard to severe disease progression. Preliminary data from South Africa show that ‘Omicron’ might spread a lot faster than all other versions of Corona.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 28th, 2021, 08:45 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 670
Total number of infections: 5,761,696
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 44,401
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 100,883
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 104
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,368
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.8
Number of vaccine doses administered: 121.2 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 68.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 446.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 371.6

November 27th, 2021

Germany is about to declare eight African countries ‘Virus Variant Areas’ because of the spread of the new Coronavirus mutation ‘Omicron’. These countries are South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Mozambique, Eswatini, Malawi and Lesotho. A travel ban for passengers from South Africa was already in place on Saturday, for the same reason. Airlines are allowed to transport German citizens and holders of residence permits from South Africa to Germany, but all of them need to go into quarantine for 14 days, even if they are vaccinated.

Because of the rapidly increasing Corona infection numbers in Germany, the conservative CDU’s floor leader at the Bundestag, Ralph Brinkhaus, told the ‘Welt am Sonntag’ daily, if the situation deteriorated further, the Christmas vacations needed to commence one or two weeks early. Frank Ulrich Montgomery, the head of World Medical Association, expects a doubling of Germany’s Seven Day Incidence within ten days. He said so in an interview with the ‘Funke Mediengruppe’. With a level of just above 444 on Saturday, Germany broke its own record yet again. Montgomery also demanded a closure of all Christmas markets in Germany.

In Berlin, tighter Corona rules take effect today, because of the increasing infection numbers. Due to a lack of Biontech vaccine, the city state’s vaccination centers are rationing it. While Moderna brand will be used for most immunizations, persons below 30 years of age and pregnant women are supposed to receive Biontech shots.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 27th, 2021, 08:02 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 669
Total number of infections: 5,717,295
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 67,125
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 100,779
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 303
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,326
Hospitalization Incidence: 6.01
Number of vaccine doses administered: 120.4 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 68.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 444.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 369.6

November 26th, 2021

For the first time ever, the number of new Coronavirus infections in the past 24 hours is above 76,000. Germany’s Seven Day Incidence increases to 438.2. In some federal states, hospitals are already overburdened because of the rising number of COVID-19 patients in intensive care. The Air Force will be flying some of them from Bavaria to North Rhine-Westphalia today, according to the ‘Bild’ tabloid.

Experts in Germany worry about the new South African Coronavirus mutant known as B.1.1.529. It seems to be spreading a lot faster compared to the Delta variants and other versions of the virus. The SPD’s health expert Karl Lauterbach says in case those preliminary reports were confirmed, there needed to be an immediate travel ban for people from South Africa. “Nothing is worse than a new variant that hits an ongoing wave”, Lauterbach states.

Update 9:40 a.m. CET: Germany announces travel ban for individuals from South Africa due to new Coronavirus variant, starting tonight. German citizens and persons with residence permits are exempt, but they need to go into quarantine for 14 days, including fully vaccinated travelers.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 26th, 2021, 08:21 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 668
Total number of infections: 5,650,170
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 76,414
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 100,476
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 357
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,202
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.97
Number of vaccine doses administered: 119.5 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 68.2

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 438.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 357.0

November 25th, 2021

This is another day of bad record numbers. For the first time ever, more than 75,000 new Corona infections are registered in one single day. Germany’s Seven Day Incidence is now 419.7. The total number of Corona-related deaths surpasses 100,000, and the first federal state has an Incidence above 1,000. It is Saxony.

For the future government of the Federal Republic, its likely Chancellor Olaf Scholz announces anti-Corona measures it intends to take. He wants to set up a Corona-HQ at the Chancellery with representatives from the federal government and the states, as well as an expert group which is supposed to monitor the situation and work on appropriate steps. An extension of the vaccination campaign and bonuses for nurses are part of the plans too.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 25th, 2021, 08:34 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 667
Total number of infections: 5,573,756
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 75,961
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 100,119
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 351
Corona patients at ICUs: 4,070
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.79
Number of vaccine doses administered: 118.7 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 68.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 419.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 344.8

November 24th, 2021

Germany registers another record number of new Coronavirus infections. According to the Robert Koch Institute, there are 66,884 of them today. The Seven Day Incidence surpasses the 400 mark for the first time ever.

New Corona restrictions apply from today. Only vaccinated, cured and tested persons may use Germany’s public transport. At offices, factories and other work places, the same rule is now in place, meaning unvaccinated people are now excluded.

In Berlin, the Corona restrictions will be tightened again on Saturday. Access to almost all shops will be given to vaccinated and cured persons only. Corona tests alone are not good enough anymore. This does not apply to supermarkets, drug stores and book stores. Restaurants may be entered by vaccinated and cured individuals only as well. From Saturday, they will need to wear medical masks whenever they leave their tables. In clubs, visitors will need both vaccinations and negative Corona tests.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 23rd, 2021, 08:10 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 666
Total number of infections: 5,497,795
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 66,884
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 99,768
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 335
Corona patients at ICUs: 3,987
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.74
Number of vaccine doses administered: 118.0 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 68.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 404.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 348.6

November 23rd, 2021

Germany’s Corona infection numbers keep on reaching new highs. Now, the number of new Corona infections per 100,000 inhabitants registered in the past week rose to 399.8. In the past Corona waves, it never surpassed 200. Bavaria, Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, Thuringia and Brandenburg are the nation’s Corona hotspots, with Incidences ranging from 591 to 969. There are more than 45,000 new Corona cases today, 13,000 more than last Tuesday.

In Berlin, where the numbers are extremely high too, but look sort of harmless in comparison, the Senate might tighten the local Corona rules more. The ‘2G Plus’ model is being discussed. It could apply at cultural venues and non-essential shops. ‘2G Plus’ means that vaccinated and cured persons have access if they get tested for Corona, in spite of their status, or adhere to other strict rules.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 23rd, 2021, 08:40 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 665
Total number of infections: 5,430,911
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 45,326
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 99,433
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 309
Corona patients at ICUs: 3,845
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.6
Number of vaccine doses administered: 117.6 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 68.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 399.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 349.0

November 22nd, 2021

Exactly 664 days after the first Corona infection was confirmed in Germany, the Seven Day Incidence hits 386.5, another all-time high. With 30,643, the number of new Coronavirus infections is about 7,000 higher than it was last Monday. Saxony reaches an Incidence of 960.7, the highest any federal state in Germany has ever had. The state just closed its bars and clubs. In Saxon Corona hotspots, nightly curfews for unvaccinated persons apply. In an interview with the ARD TV network, North Rhine-Westphalia’s new First Minister Hendrik Wüst says the restrictions in public transport and at restaurants needed to be checked and enforced. Germany was trying to avoid another general lockdown, he states.

According to the ‘Bild’ tabloid, Germany will receive an unscheduled delivery of 10 million doses of Biontech/Pfizer vaccine. Because of the sudden run for booster vaccinations, there had been a shortage. Health Minister Jens Spahn had announced a rationing of Biontech vaccine for this reason. Later today, he was going to comment on the matter again at a press conference.

In neighboring Austria, a general lockdown is now in place. Non-essential shops, cinemas, other cultural venues, bars and clubs are closed. People are allowed to leave their homes with valid reasons only. On Saturday, tens of thousands of Austrians had protested against the lockdown on the streets of Vienna. Some participants attacked police officers by throwing firecrackers and bottles at them.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 22nd, 2021, 06:43 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 664
Total number of infections: 5,385,585
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 30,643
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 99,124
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 62
Corona patients at ICUs: 3,675
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.28
Number of vaccine doses administered: 117.3 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 386.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 338.0

November 21st, 2021

Saxony is the next German Corona hotspot to tighten the rules. In counties with Incidences higher than 1,000, nightly curfews for unvaccinated people were announced. All Christmas markets in the state were cancelled. Clubs and bars need to close again, while hotels may not accommodate vacationers anymore. Saxony’s First Minister Michael Kretschmer said the situation was “highly dramatic”.

The infection numbers in all of Germany continue to be on the rise. The country’s Incidence reached 362.2. Since Saturday, 42,727 new Corona cases were registered. The number of COVID19 patients in Germany’s intensive care units increased to 3,565.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 21st, 2021, 08:58 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 663
Total number of infections: 5,354,942
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 42,727
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 99,062
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 75
Corona patients at ICUs: 3,565
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.37
Number of vaccine doses administered: 117.3 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 362.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 355.8

November 20th, 2021

According to the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), there are almost 64,000 new Coronavirus infections. It is the second-highest number of all time. On Thursday, there had been more than 65,000 new cases. Professor Lothar Wieler, the RKI’s President, says Germany needed to act right now. Vaccinations alone were not enough. There needed to be “harsh measures”, for both unvaccinated and vaccinated persons.

Bavaria is about to take several steps against the terrible Corona situation there. Clubs, bars and discotheques will be shut down and all Christmas markets are cancelled. In counties with Seven Day Incidences above 1,000, restaurants and cultural venues need to close as well. First Minister Markus Söder says Germany needed to get out of the “endless Corona loop”.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 20th, 2021, 08:55 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 662
Total number of infections: 5,312,215
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 63,924
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 98,987
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 248
Corona patients at ICUs: 3,509
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.5
Number of vaccine doses administered: 116.8 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 362.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 355.8

November 19th, 2021

Germany’s acting Chancellor Angela Merkel, her likely successor Olaf Scholz and the first Ministers from the federal states decided to implement new measures against Corona. They now depend on the Hospitalization Incidence. From a level of 3, ‘2G’ rules apply, meaning only vaccinated and tested individuals may enter restaurants and cultural venues. When it reaches 6, even vaccinated persons need negative Corona tests. From a level of 9, contact restrictions apply.

Unvaccinated people will now need negative Corona tests to use public transport. The vaccination campaign is supposed to be sped up. Angela Merkel urged the Germans and other residents of Germany to get booster vaccinations. Pharmacists might have to vaccinate people too. In the meantime, the number of new Corona infections in Germany remains extremely high.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 19th, 2021, 07:36 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 661
Total number of infections: 5,248,291
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 52,970
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 98,739
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 201
Corona patients at ICUs: 3,431
Hospitalization Incidence: 5.34
Number of vaccine doses administered: 116.2 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 340.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 346.0

November 18th, 2021

Germany registers more than 65,000 new Corona infection cases within 24 hours. It is a new record. At an online discussion event, Prof. Lothar Wieler of the Robert Koch Institute states the official numbers only showed part of the reality. Behind them, there were two to three times as many new Corona infection cases. Four hundred of the 50,000 new Corona patients the country registered per day would die, Wieler said. This could not be prevented.

The Bundestag was going to discuss and vote on Corona policy plans by the ‘traffic light coalition’ which intends to succeed Angela Merkel’s government in December. At a ‘Corona conference’, the acting Chancellor and the First Ministers from the federal states were going to discuss the situation and come up with measures.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 18th, 2021, 08:20 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 660
Total number of infections: 5,195,321
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 65,371
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 98,538
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 264
Corona patients at ICUs: 3,376
Number of vaccine doses administered: 115.7 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 336.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 340.7

November 17th, 2021

The situation in intensive care units all over Germany is deteriorating. Heyo Kroemer, the chairman of the executive board at Berlin’s Charité hospital, says about 0.8 percent of all new cases will end up in intensive care. This means there might be up to 400 new ICU patients per day very soon. According to Kroemer, the German health system is confronted with an “extreme challenge”.

All Corona numbers are on the rise. Since yesterday, there have been 52,826 new infections. As many as 294 Corona patients died. Germany’s Seven day Incidence reached 319.5, meaning it is higher than ever. Bavaria, Saxony and Thuringia are the nation’s Corona hotspots. Berlin’s Incidence just jumped to 339.0 from 315.8.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 17th, 2021, 08:24 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 659
Total number of infections: 5,129,950
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 52,826
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 98,274
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 294
Corona patients at ICUs: 3,280
Number of vaccine doses administered: 115.2 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 319.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 339.0

November 16th, 2021

Germany’s Corona situation is getting more serious every day. President Frank-Walter Steinmeier asks unvaccinated citizens to change their minds and finally get immunizations against the dangerous virus. “What else needs to happen to convince you?” he asks them at a discussion event.

Because of the exploding infection numbers, the discussion about mandatory Corona vaccinations is back. The acting Vice Chancellor and Finance Minister Olaf Scholz tells the ‘Süddeutsche Zeitung’ daily, he was glad the country was debating compulsory immunizations for employees of care homes had begun, but conceded there needed to be a broad consensus before it could be implemented. There are also calls for mandatory vaccinations for everyone.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 16th, 2021, 08:35 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 658
Total number of infections: 5,077,124
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 32,048
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 97,980
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 265
Corona patients at ICUs: 3,190
Number of vaccine doses administered: 114.9 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 312.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 315.8

November 15th, 2021

In spite of the record infection numbers Germany has been registering for weeks, hardly anything has been done to curb them. The acting government and the ‘traffic light coalition’ partners who intend to take over in December are discussing the situation internally, but hardly any measures have been taken. On Thursday, a Corona conference with the acting Chancellor Angela Merkel is finally supposed to take place.

In the meantime, Germany’s Seven Day Incidence just surpassed the 300 mark for the first time ever. More than 3,000 Corona patients are now in intensive care. The situation is bad everywhere, including in Saxony, where the Incidence just reached 754.3. Thuringia and Bavaria are above 500 for the first time in this crisis.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 15th, 2021, 08:23 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 657
Total number of infections: 5,045,076
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 23,607
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 97,715
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 43
Corona patients at ICUs: 3,034
Number of vaccine doses administered: 114.8 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 303.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 306.2

November 14th, 2021

Germany’s departing Chancellor, Angela Merkel, is “very worried” about the Corona situation.” She says so in her weekly podcast and asks unvaccinated people to change their minds. She also calls for more booster immunizations. “Very difficult weeks are ahead of us”, Merkel concedes.

The total number of Corona infections since the pandemic began surpasses the 5 million mark. In the past 24 hours, there have been 33,498 new cases, some 10,000 more than last Sunday. In several German counties, the Incidence is above 1,000. According to data from the Bavarian authorities, many of the Corona patients who died in the past weeks were fully vaccinated.

Angela Merkel is “very worried”. Photo: Federal government

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 14th, 2021, 07:57 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 656
Total number of infections: 5,021,469
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 33,498
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 97,672
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 55
Corona patients at ICUs: 2,941
Number of vaccine doses administered: 114.8 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 289.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 305.7

November 13th, 2021

On the 655th day after the first Corona infection was reported in Germany, the virus continues to spread rapidly. All numbers are on the rise. That of new infections within 24 hours is above 45,000, more than 200 Corona patients died since yesterday and the Seven Day Incidence is 277.4, which is a new all-time high. Obviously, a vaccination rate of 67.4 percent will not stop Corona.

Bavaria’s Incidence is above 400, Thuringia exceeded 500 and Saxony even 600. There are three counties, two Bavarian and a Saxon one, with Incidences above 1,100. Another one in Bavaria surpassed the 1,000 mark. Most of Germany’s 412 counties have Incidences above 200. Many of them reached levels that are far higher. Berlin is at 300.2.

Professor Lothar Wieler, the Director of the Robert Koch Institute, called on people to reduce their contacts. According to him, 3,000 of up to 50,000 people who get infected with Corona per day, will have to be taken to hospitals, 350 into intensive care, and 200 will die. Especially in Germany’s south-east, many ICU are full already.

On Thursday of next week, the acting Chancellor, Angela Merkel, and the First Ministers from Germany’s sixteen federal states, are scheduled to discuss measures against Corona.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 13th, 2021, 07:26 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 655
Total number of infections: 4,987,971
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 45,081
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 97,617
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 228
Corona patients at ICUs: 2,863
Number of vaccine doses administered: 114.5 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 277.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 300.2

November 12th, 2021

Germany’s Robert Koch Institute (RKI) advises people to reduce their contacts again, because of the “high risk” the Coronavirus poses to unvaccinated people. The risk for cured and vaccinated individuals is “moderate, but increasing”. According to the RKI, big events are supposed to be avoided when ever possible.

The Incidence for Germany jumped to 263.7. Saxony now stands at 569.0. Thuringia is approaching the 500 mark and Bavaria just reached 454.9. There are four counties with Incidences higher than 1,000. They are Rottal-Inn, Miesbach, Mühldorf am Inn (all in Bavaria) and Sächsische Schweiz-Osterzgebirge (Saxony).

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 12th, 2021, 08:06 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 654
Total number of infections: 4,942,890
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 48,640
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 97,389
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 191
Corona patients at ICUs: 2,828
Number of vaccine doses administered: 114.1 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 263.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 279.2

November 11th, 2021

Germany registers yet another record number of new Coronavirus infections. There were more than 50,000 of them within 24 hours. It is the third record number since last week. The numbers are literally exploding. Germany’s Incidence is now 249.1, the highest it has ever been. Two of the German capital’s districts, Neukölln and Reinickendorf, are above 300, Berlin’s average reached 263.4.

Because of the alarming situation, the Berlin Senate just tightened the Corona rules. Starting on Monday, unvaccinated persons who have not been cured from COVID-19 either will not have access to cultural venues, dance schools, hair dressers and other locations anymore. Children and persons who cannot be vaccinated for medical reasons are exempt.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 11th, 2021, 08:15 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 653
Total number of infections: 4,894,250
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 50,196
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 97,198
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 235
Corona patients at ICUs: 2,739
Number of vaccine doses administered: 113.7 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 249.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 263.4

November 10th, 2021

The Robert Koch Institute reports a shocking record number of new Coronavirus infections within 24 hours. There are 39,676 new cases. the Incidence rises to 232.1, which is another record. One Bavarian county now has the first four-digit Incidence ever. Rottal-Inn is above 1,100. Throughout Germany, the numbers are on the rise, including that of Corona-related deaths.

In an NDR radio broadcast, Professor Christian Drosten, the Head of Virology at the Charité hospital in Berlin, says an exhausting winter had to be expected. This was a “real emergency situation” which required immediate action. The fears he and other experts had voiced for weeks seem to be becoming reality now.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 10th, 2021, 07:36 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 652
Total number of infections: 4,844,054
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 39,676
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 96,963
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 236
Corona patients at ICUs: 2,687
Number of vaccine doses administered: 113.3 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.2

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 232.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 227.8

November 9th, 2021

Germany registers another record Seven Day Incidence. At 213.7, the national level is the highest it has ever been. Six hundred and fifty-one days after the first Coronavirus infection was confirmed in Germany, Berlin’s Incidence is alarming yet again. It reaches 220.8. Berlin’s Reinickendorf district stands at 285.1, Spandau reaches 257.8, Neukölln 250.5, Mitte is at 244.2 and Tempelhof-Schöneberg at 233.5. Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, Lichtenberg and Treptow-Köpenick are above 200 as well.

Because of the rising number of hospitalized Corona patients, and those in intensive care, the German government’s commissioner for patients, Claudia Schmidtke, believes Corona patients will have to be relocated from state to state soon. Especially in Germany’s east and south, the number of vacant beds for COVID-19 cases was critically low she says in an interview with the Funke Mediengruppe publishing house.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 9th, 2021, 07:55 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 651
Total number of infections: 4,804,378
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 21,832
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 96,727
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 169
Corona patients at ICUs: 2,616
Number of vaccine doses administered: 113.2 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 213.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 220.8

November 8th, 2021

For the first time ever, Germany’s Seven Day Incidence exceeds the 200 mark. Only two federal states still have two-digit Incidences. Bavaria stands at 316.2, Thuringia at 427.5 and Saxony at 491.3. One Saxon county is above 900. It is the highest level ever registered anywhere in Germany.

Andreas Gassen, the head of the National Association of Statutory Health Insurance Physicians, tells ‘Bild TV’ vaccinations were the only protection available. In the next few months, virtually all unvaccinated persons would be infected with Corona, Gassen predicts.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 8th, 2021, 08:40 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 650
Total number of infections: 4,782,546
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 15,513
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 96,558
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 33
Corona patients at ICUs: 2,532
Number of vaccine doses administered: 113.1 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 201.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 194.5

November 7th, 2021

On Saturdays and Sundays, less hospitals and doctor’s practices report their new Coronavirus cases. Still, the number of new infections available for the past 24 hours is very high. It stands at 23,543. Last Sunday, there were 16,887 new infections. This past week, the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) in Berlin reported a new record number. On Friday, there were more than 37,000 new cases.

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence reaches 191.5. Saxony and Thuringia are above 400, Brandenburg, Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg between 200 and 300. Berlin is approaching the 200 mark as well. On German country in Saxony, namely Sächsische Schweiz-Ostererzgebirge, the RKI reports an Incidence of 865.1. It is the highest one ever, in any city or county in Germany. An additional 24 counties are above 500.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 7th, 2021, 07:40 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 649
Total number of infections: 4,767,033
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 23,543
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 96,525
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 36
Corona patients at ICUs: 2,449
Number of vaccine doses administered: 113.1 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 191.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 191.6

November 6th, 2021

For Germany, the Robert Koch Institute reported 34,002 new Coronavirus infections since yesterday. The Seven Day Incidence is increasing rapidly. Health Minister Jens Spahn and his colleagues from the sixteen federal states decided to tighten the Corona rules at care homes and to provide booster vaccinations to people at vaccination centers and doctor’s practices. Mobile vaccination teams are supposed to be part of the effort too.

Berlin is about to hot the 200 mark in regard to its Seven Day Incidence. Two German states, Saxony and Thuringia, already surpassed 400. Thuringia’s First minister Bodo Ramelow stated the “pandemic of the unvaccinated” was “a big subject” in his state. From Monday, kids will have to wear masks at school again.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 6th, 2021, 08:01 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 648
Total number of infections: 4,743,490
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 34,002
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 96,488
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 142
Corona patients at ICUs: 2,420
Number of vaccine doses administered: 112.8 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 67.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 183.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 199.1

November 5th, 2021

The Robert Koch Institute (RKI) reports the biggest number of new Coronavirus infections since the pandemic started in early 2020. Since Thursday, 37,120 new cases had to be added. Germany’s Seven Day Incidence rose to 169.9. The number of Corona-related deaths since yesterday is 154. Now, 2,332 Corona patients are in intensive care.

According to the latest weekly report released by the RKI, the risk the Coronavirus poses to fully vaccinated persons is moderate, but growing, while it is “very high” for unvaccinated or partially vaccinated individuals. Health Minister Jens Spahn and his colleagues from the federal states are discussing the approach they want to take on booster vaccinations.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 5th, 2021, 08:04 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 647
Total number of infections: 4,709,488
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 37,120
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 96,346
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 154
Corona patients at ICUs: 2,332
Number of vaccine doses administered: 112.5 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 66.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 169.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 180.0

November 4th, 2021

In Berlin, the Robert Koch Institutes reports a record number of new Corona infections within one day. As many as 33,949 new cases are being registered. Germany’s Seven Day Incidence rises to 154.5. Two federal states, Saxony and Thuringia, are above 300. Berlin’s Incidence reaches 165.6. Its Neukölln district surpassed the 200 mark yet again. Along with the number of new infections, that of Corona patients in intensive care is on the rise. There are now 2,226 of them. More than half are connected to respirators.

Health Minister Jens Spahn stated an overburdening of Germany’s health system needed to be prevented. He called on the federal states to invite persons above 60 years of age to get booster vaccinations against COVID-19.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 4th, 2021, 08:47 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 646
Total number of infections: 4,672,368
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 33,949
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 96,192
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 165
Corona patients at ICUs: 2,226
Number of vaccine doses administered: 112.2 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 66.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 154.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 164.6

November 3rd, 2021

Germany picks up Romanian Corona patients from overcrowded hospitals in Romania and treats them at its own intensive care units in Rhineland-Palatinate, North Rhine-Westphalia, Hamburg and Schleswig Holstein. Six patients were flown in on a medvac aircraft owned by the German Air Force on Monday, and six more on Tuesday. Today, another six are supposed to follow.

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence decreases to 146.6 from 153.7 on Tuesday, but the number of Corona-related deaths in the past 24 hours rises substantially, to 194. Berlin’s Incidence increases to 157.4. Berlin’s districts Mitte and Reinickendorf are above 200.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 3rd, 2021, 06:50 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 645
Total number of infections: 4,638,319
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 20,398
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 96,027
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 194
Corona patients at ICUs: 2,058
Number of vaccine doses administered: 112.0 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 66.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 146.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 157.4

November 2nd, 2021

Fourteen residents of a care home in Brandenburg’s Schorfheide die in a local Corona outbreak. All victims were above 80 years of age, the oldest one 101. A total of 44 elderly people were infected there. With 50 percent, the rate of unvaccinated caretakers was very low. Brandenburg’s Health Minister Ursula Nonnemacher said there needed to be daily tests.

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence decreased slightly since yesterday, but the situation remains alarming, especially in Thuringia, where the Incidence is above 300 by now, in Saxony and Bavaria. Many German counties are above 300 as well, some even surpassed the 400, 500 and 600 marks.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 2nd, 2021, 07:57 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 644
Total number of infections: 4,618,021
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,813
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 95,833
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 81
Corona patients at ICUs: 2,058
Number of vaccine doses administered: 111.9 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 66.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 153.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 156.1

November 1st, 2021

Health Minister Jens Spahn wants Germany’s federal states to reopen their vaccination centers. In an interview with the ‘Rheinische Post’ daily, he says booster vaccinations were important now that the Corona infection numbers were on the rise again. He asked the state governments to invite persons above 60 years of age for booster shots against COVID-19. Last week, Minister Spahn had told RBB’s ‘InfoRadio’, Germany had a lot of vaccine, “more than enough” for elderly people and everyone else.

At the G20 Summit in Rome, Germany’s acting Chancellor Angela Merkel said the rising Corona infection numbers were worrisome. Action might be required even before a new government would take over. Her likely successor Olaf Scholz, who was in Rome too, said everyone needed to act in concert, including municipalities, counties, federal states, the federal government and society. He ruled out another lockdown though.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: November 1st, 2021, 06:46 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 643
Total number of infections: 4,607,208
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 16,887
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 95,752
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 23
Corona patients at ICUs: 1,932
Number of vaccine doses administered: 111.9 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 66.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 154.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 140.2

October 31st, 2021

In an interview with the ‘Frankfurter Allgemeine Sonntagszeitung’ publication, Chancellor Angela Merkel said she was worried about the Corona situation in Germany. The increasing number of Corona patients in intensive care and that of Corona-related deaths concerned her most. According to the departing head of government, it is “sad” that two to three million Germans above 60 years of age are still not vaccinated. If they were immunized, this would “make a difference for them and for society in its entirety”.

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence almost reached 150 today. Thuringia’s has now reached an Incidence level of 303.3, Saxony stands at 276.8 and Bavaria at 236.1. Seven more states have three-digit Incidences.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 31st, 2021, 07:51 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 642
Total number of infections: 4,597,550
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 16,887
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 95,729
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 33
Corona patients at ICUs: 1,932
Number of vaccine doses administered: 111.9 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 66.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 149.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 139.2

October 30th, 2021

The Corona infection numbers keep on rising. More than 21,000 new cases were reported since yesterday. Germany’s Seven day Incidence now stands at 145.1. Ninety persons died of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, and the number of Corona patients who need to be treated at ICUs rose to 1,868. A month ago, there had been 1,364.

The situation in some of Germany’s sixteen federal states is bad. Ten of them now have three-digit Incidences. In Thuringia. Saxony and Bavaria, they are between 200 and 300. In two Bavarian counties the Incidence surpassed the 600 mark, in three counties, it is above 500, in six counties it exceeded 400 and in twenty-nine it is above 300 today.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 30th, 2021, 08:42 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 641
Total number of infections: 4,580,663
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 21,543
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 95,696
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 90
Number of vaccine doses administered: 111.7 million
Percentage of fully vaccinated residents: 66.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 145.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 141.6

October 29th, 2021

The Corona numbers are still increasing rapidly. Since yesterday, more than 24,000 new Corona cases were registered. In Berlin alone, more than 1,000 residents got infected in the past 24 hours. Germany’s Seven Day Incidence now stands at 139.2. More than 1,800 Corona patients are in intensive care right now. Three federal states have Incidences above 200, four, including Berlin, exceeded 100.

Within the German capital, the infection numbers are alarming in all districts, but especially in Mitte (181.5), Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg (173.3), Reinickendorf (165.2), Neukölln (165.1), Spandau (152.5) and Tempelhof-Schöneberg (150.3).

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 29th, 2021, 09:23 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 640
Total number of infections: 4,559,120
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 24,668
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 95,606
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 121
Number of vaccine doses administered: 111.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 69.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 66.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 139.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 137.9

October 28th, 2021

According to the Robert Koch Institute, there are more than 28,000 new Corona infections. It is the highest number since April 15th, when there were more than 29,000. Germany’s national Seven Day Incidence keeps on rising. It just surpassed 130. Eight federal states are now above 100, three of them, Bavaria, Saxony and Thuringia, even exceeded Incidence levels of 200.

In some German counties, the infection numbers are literally exploding. In Mühldorf am Inn county, the Incidence reached 621.5, in Traunstein it is 509.9. In five counties, the Incidences exceeded 400, and in twenty they are higher than 300, which is already an alarmingly high level. The number of Corona patients at German ICUs just rose to 1,768. Experts worry about a possible overburdening of the German health system yet again.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 28th, 2021, 08:16 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 639
Total number of infections: 4,534,452
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 28,037
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 95,485
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 126
Number of vaccine doses administered: 111.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 69.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 66.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 130.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 129.4

October 27th, 2021

The number of new Corona infections within 24 hours is 23.212, the highest Germany has had since April 30th. At the same time, the number of Corona patients at ICUs increased to 1,707. Six federal states have three-digit Incidences. They are Baden-Württemberg (148.3), Bavaria (191.3), Berlin (125.0), Saxony (200.8), Saxony-Anhalt (101.9) and Thuringia (241.8). Bavaria’s Mühldorf am Inn county is Germany’s Corona hotspot. Here, the Incidence is close to 600 now.

In the meantime, the German Teacher’s Association is demanding a return to mandatory masks at schools, because of the exploding numbers, and because there is no Corona vaccine for kids below 12 years of age. The discussion continues.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 27th, 2021, 08:20 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 638
Total number of infections: 4,506,415
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 23,212
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 95,359
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 114
Number of vaccine doses administered: 111.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 69.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 66.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 118.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 125.0

October 26th, 2021

The daily Corona numbers were delayed today because the Robert Koch Institute had its website maintained yet again. Germany’s Incidence rose again, to 113. There are 1,686 Corona patients in Germany’s ICUs. Two days ago, there were 1,605.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 26th, 2021, 12:14 p.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 637
Total number of infections: 4,483,203
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,473
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 95,245
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 128
Number of vaccine doses administered: 111.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 69.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 66.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 113.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 118.7

October 25th, 2021

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence keeps on rising. It just surpassed 110. In one federal state, Thuringia, the Incidence is above 200. The Robert Koch Institute reported Incidence levels between 100 and 200 in five more states, including Hamburg, which just reached them. In one county, the Incidence is higher than 500, in five more it is between 400 and 500.

In an interview with ‘Redaktionsnetzwerk Deutschland, the SPD’s health expert Karl Lauterbach just demanded regular Corona tests for schoolkids. He said the tests should be conducted three times a week. The fear is that Corona outbreaks will occur at schools now that the cold season has commenced. some states just got rid of the mandatory mask rule at their schools.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 25th, 2021, 08:25 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 636
Total number of infections: 4,472,730
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 6,573
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 95,117
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 17
Number of vaccine doses administered: 110.8 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 69.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 66.2

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 110.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 114.9

October 24th, 2021

The German authorities are dealing with fake vaccination certificates more and more. In Munich, a pharmacist and an accomplice were arrested for selling false QR codes for ‘vaccination passports’. They are now in investigative custody. In October alone, the suspects sold 500 of those codes for 350 Euro (407 U.S Dollars or 296 Pound Sterling) each.

In the meantime, the infection numbers keep on rising. Germany’s national Seven Day Incidence stands at 106.6, meaning it rose by 6.3 percent since yesterday, when it was 100.0. At the same time, the number of Corona patients at ICUs is increasing. Now, there are 1,605 of them.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 24th, 2021, 06:10 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 635
Total number of infections: 4,466,157
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 13,732
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 95,100
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 23
Number of vaccine doses administered: 110.8 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 69.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 66.2

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 106.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 115.2

October 23rd, 2021

The number of Corona infections in Germany is increasing more rapidly every day. For the entire country, the Seven Day Incidence jumps to 100. Five federal states are above this mark, namely Berlin, Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Saxony and Thuringia. The latter state just surpassed the 200 mark. One Bavarian county is above 500, three exceeded 400 and seven are between 300 and 400. More than thirty counties have Incidences between 200 and 300.

Germany’s Robert Koch Institute just declared Bulgaria and Croatia ‘High Risk Regions’. This has implications for travelers who come in from there. They will have to go into quarantine, unless they prove they were recently cured from COVID-19 or vaccinated before they embark on their trip.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 23rd, 2021, 07:10 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 634
Total number of infections: 4,452,425
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 15,145
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 95,077
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 86
Number of vaccine doses administered: 110.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 69.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 66.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 100.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 115.8

October 22nd, 2021

Germany registers the highest number of new Coronavirus infections since May 6th. According to the Robert Koch Institute, there are 19,572 new cases. In 31 German counties, the Seven Day Incidence is higher than 200, in three of them above 300 and in another three it is above 400. Most counties affected are in Bavaria, some are located in eastern German states.

Whether the latest increase has to do with the new Corona variant known as ‘Delta Plus’ is unclear. The beginning of the cold season definitely is a factor. Besides, vacationers may be bringing the virus home from stays abroad.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 22nd, 2021, 08:26 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 633
Total number of infections: 4,437,280
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 19,572
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 94,991
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 116
Number of vaccine doses administered: 110.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 69.0
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 66.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 89.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 113.7

October 21st, 2021

Four federal states now have Seven Day Incidence levels above 100, including Berlin. With 172.2, Thuringia reported the highest one. Germany’s national Incidence is rising more rapidly as well. On Thursday, it reached 85.6, according to the Robert Koch Institute. On Tuesday, it had been at 75.1.

In Bavaria and Germany’s south-east, there are 28 counties with Incidences above 200. Berchtesgadener Land even reached 416.6 (no typo). Mühldorf am Inn, another Bavarian county, stands at 399.2, and three more counties are above 300 too. They are Traunstein, Straubing-Bogen and Miesbach. In parts of Germany, the increase of infection numbers seems to be exponential again.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 21st, 2021, 07:58 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 632
Total number of infections: 4,417,708
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 16,077
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 94,875
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 67
Number of vaccine doses administered: 110.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 65.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 85.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 108.6

October 20th, 2021

In Germany, the infection numbers are rising rapidly once again. In Bavaria, Baden-Württemberg, Saxony and Thuringia, the Seven Day Incidence is above 100. In twenty out of 412 counties, it is even above 200, and in four of tose the Incidence exceeds 300.

In Berlin, the numbers are increasing too. Here, five districts are above 100. The local health authorities in the capital are trying to deal with a Corona outbreak at its hip ‘Berghain’ club. According to the ‘Morgenpost’ daily, it happened right after its reopening, some two weeks ago. More than 2,000 clubbers are being tracked down.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 20th, 2021, 07:20 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 631
Total number of infections: 4,401,631
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 17,015
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 94,808
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 92
Number of vaccine doses administered: 110.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 65.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 80.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 95.7

October 19th, 2021

As experts had feared, the Corona infection numbers are on the rise now that it is getting colder in Germany. The country’s Seven Day Incidence rose to 75.1. It is being pushed up by the alarming numbers in the south-east. Three federal states, namely Bavaria, Saxony and Thuringia, now have Incidences above 100. Thuringia even stands at 147.1.

Two Bavarian counties, Berchtesgadener Land and Traunstein, are above 300. The Incidences in another eleven counties located in Bavaria, Thuringia and Saxony are above 200, in spite of the increasing vaccination rate. Berlin’s Incidence rose to 92.5 on Tuesday. For the districts Mitte, Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, Reinickendorf and Neukölln, the Robert Koch Institute reported Incidences north of 100.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 19th, 2021, 08:05 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 630
Total number of infections: 4,384,616
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 6,771
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 94,716
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 88
Number of vaccine doses administered: 109.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 65.
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(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 75.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 92.5

October 18th, 2021

Especially in Bavaria, the Corona situation has become serious. In several counties, the infection numbers are extremely high. Berchtesgadener Land, a major tourist magnet, has a Seven Day Incidence of 353.6. Traunstein county is about to hit the 300 mark too.

In spite of the alarming situation, the Bavarian government is easing the Corona rules. Christmas markets will be open to everyone, without vaccinations or Corona tests. At restaurants and cinemas, people do not even have to leave their contact data anymore. Bavaria’s First Minister Markus Söder used to be one of Germany’s strictest Corona politicians, for good reasons. But this does not seem to apply anymore.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 18th, 2021, 07:56 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 629
Total number of infections: 4,377,845
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,056
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 94,628
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 10
Number of vaccine doses administered: 109.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 65.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 74.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 86.2

October 17th, 2021

Twelve German counties have reached alarming Seven Day Incidence levels above 200. One even is above 300. In Thuringia’s Kyffhäuser county, three ‘super spreader events’ are to blame for the high infection numbers. Those include a soccer training, a wedding and a class trip.

According to Professor Lothar Wieler, the Director of the Robert Koch Institute, there is a possibility that travelers might bring home Corona infections from fall vacation trips they are taking right now.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 17th, 2021, 08:36 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 628
Total number of infections: 4,373,789
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 8,682
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 94,618
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 17
Number of vaccine doses administered: 109.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 65.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 72.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 85.7

October 16th, 2021

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence rose a little in the past 24 hours. It now stands at 70.8. There are now 10 counties with Incidences above 200. In one of them, Bavaria’s Berchtesgadener Land, the Incidence is 317.9 (no typo). All in all, the Corona numbers are constant, including that of COVID-19 patients in intensive care. There are 1,403 of them right now.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 16th, 2021, 09:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 627
Total number of infections: 4,365,107
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,949
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 94,601
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 75
Number of vaccine doses administered: 109.7 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 65.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 70.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 82.1

October 15th, 2021

According to the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), the number of Coronavirus infections among Germans aged 10 to 19 is extremely high in some regions. In eight counties, the Seven Day Incidence in this age group is above 500. This is was it says in the RKI’s latest weekly report on the Corona situation in Germany.

In the meantime, the overall Incidence in two federal states, Bavaria and Thuringia, is now above 100. In seven out of 412 German counties it is above 200. This applies to Berchtesgadener Land, where the situation seems to be out of control. Here, the Incidence even climbed to 312.2. The other counties are Traunstein, Rosenheim, Straubing-Bogen, Kyffhäuserkreis, Rosenheim and Cham. They are located in Bavaria, with the exception of Kyffhäuserkreis, which belongs to Thuringia. .

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 15th, 2021, 05:58 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 626
Total number of infections: 4,354,158
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,518
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 94,526
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 65
Number of vaccine doses administered: 109.5 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.7
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 65.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 68.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 84.7

October 14th, 2021

Germany’s national Seven Day Incidence rises slightly, to 67.0. So does the number of COVID-19 patients in intensive care. There are 1,400 of them now. Now, there are seven counties with Incidences above 200, which is an alarming level. They are Berchtesgadener Land, Rosenheim, Traunstein, Straubing-Bogen, Rosenheim (all in Bavaria), Kyffhäuserkreis (Thuringia) and Bremerhaven (Bremen).

In the meantime, the Robert Koch Institute rejects allegations according to which it is deceiving the public by publishing low Corona vaccination numbers. The institute says it could only report the numbers it received through the Vaccination Quota Monitoring System (DIM). It was not responsible for the fact that some vaccination centers did not report their numbers. Germany might be closer to a herd immunity than anticipated.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 14th, 2021, 06:50 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 625
Total number of infections: 4,342,640
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,382
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 94,461
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 72
Number of vaccine doses administered: 109.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 65.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 67.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 79.1

October 13th, 2021

The Corona situation in Germany is hardly changing these days. While the federal state of Bremen managed to get its Seven Day Incidence below 100, Thuringia just exceeded this threshold. Four out of 412 counties are above 200. They are Berchtesgadener Land in Bavaria, Bremerhaven (Bremen), Rosenheim and Traunstein (both in Bavaria). One single county stands at 0, namely Eisenach (Thuringia).

A total of 1,382 Corona patients are being treated in intensive care units at German hospitals right now. For weeks, this number has changed only slightly.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 13th, 2021, 07:38 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 624
Total number of infections: 4,330,258
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,903
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 94,389
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 92
Number of vaccine doses administered: 109.1 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 65.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 65.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 80.4

October 12th, 2021

Germany’s Corona vaccination campaign seems to be stalling. The official vaccination rate, which stands at 65.3 percent, is increasing more slowly than it used to. Experts believe a herd immunity would be reached at about 85 percent.

The vaccination rate varies from state to state. In Bremen, it has reached 76.3 percent. With 65.3 percent, Berlin is just below the national average. The eastern German states Brandenburg, Thuringia and Saxony have the lowest vaccination rates. All of them are below 60 percent.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 12th, 2021, 07:42 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 623
Total number of infections: 4,318,355
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,971
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 94,297
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 88
Number of vaccine doses administered: 109.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 65.
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(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 65.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 79.4

October 11th, 2021

From today, Germans and other residents of Germany have to pay for the Corona tests they need. The state will not cover them anymore because everyone from 12 years of age has had the opportunity to get vaccinated against COVID-19. There are exceptions though. Persons who cannot get vaccinated for medical reasons and children below 12 are still covered. According to the latest Corona rules, unvaccinated persons need negative Corona tests in order to enter restaurants, cultural venues and other places.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 11th, 2021, 07:20 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 622
Total number of infections: 4,313,384
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,111
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 94,209
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 7
Number of vaccine doses administered: 109.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 65.2

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 66.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 77.9

October 10th, 2021

In Germany, the federal state of Bremen has a Seven Day Incidence of 104.1, because of the situation in its city of Bremerhaven. Here, the number of Corona infections has been extremely high for weeks. The same applies to several Bavarian counties, including Berchtesgadener Land, Traunstein, Pforzheim and Rosenheim. With an Incidence of 78.9, Berlin is still above the national average, which stands at 66.1 right now. It looks like the number of Corona vaccinations in Germany is sufficient to keep the infection numbers from rising further.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 10th, 2021, 08:43 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 621
Total number of infections: 4,310,273
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 7,612
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 94,202
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 24
Number of vaccine doses administered: 109.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 65.2

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 66.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 78.9

October 9th, 2021

According to the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), there have been Coronavirus outbreaks at 201 kindergartens and 481 schools since August. One of the issues experts see is that these outbreaks were registered earlier than last year, when most of them happened in late fall and winter. In kindergartens, each infected individual passes on the virus to an average of five other persons, at schools the average is four. This is one reason why the Seven Day Incidence among children is much higher than Germany’s average. Professor Lothar Wieler, the RKI’s Director, said the anti-Corona measures at kindergartens and schools should be continued.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 9th, 2021, 07:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 620
Total number of infections: 4,302,661
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 8,854
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 94,178
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 65
Number of vaccine doses administered: 108.8 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.4
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 65.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 64.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 77.3

October 8th, 2021

Germany’s Permanent Vaccination Germany’s Permanent Vaccination Commission has come to the conclusion that the protection Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine gives people is “insufficient”. For persons who were immunized with this product the authority recommends an additional shot with mRNA vaccine made by Biontech/Pfizer or Moderna. Among cases in which people were infected with Corona even though they had been vaccinated, those who got the Johnson & Johnson vaccine are overrepresented, according to the Commission. Johnson & Johnson makes the only Corona vaccine that required one shot only.

The Corona infection numbers increased a little in the past 24 hours. There are more than 10,000 new cases. The rate of fully vaccinated persons in Germany just reached 65 percent.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 8th, 2021, 07:20 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 619
Total number of infections: 4,293,807
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,429
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 94,113
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 86
Number of vaccine doses administered: 108.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.4
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 65.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 63.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 78.4

October 7th, 2021

Germany’s Corona situation is hardly changing these days. The country’s Seven Day Incidence rose slightly, to 62.6 percent. Since yesterday, 68 COVID-19 patients died. So far, 68.8 percent of all Germans and residents of other nationalities have been fully vaccinated.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 7th, 2021, 07:57 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 618
Total number of infections: 4,283,378
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,644
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 94,027
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 68
Number of vaccine doses administered: 108.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 64.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 62.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 78.2

October 6th, 2021

The city state of Berlin changes its Corona rules slightly. Individuals who cannot be vaccinated for medical reasons will still be allowed to visit places or events with “2G” rules if they have a negative PCR test and a doctor’s certificate that says they cannot be immunized. So far, only vaccinated or cured persons could visit those. Starting on Sunday.

From Monday, October 11th, unvaccinated Germans and residents of other nationalities will have to pay for Corona tests themselves. The state wants to save money and pressure people into getting vaccinated. There are exceptions. For instance, children and individuals who cannot be vaccinated will not have to pay for Corona tests.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 6th, 2021, 07:40 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 617
Total number of infections: 4,271,734
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,547
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 93,959
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 76
Number of vaccine doses administered: 108.1 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 64.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 62.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 76.6

October 5th, 2021

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 5th, 2021, 09:20 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 616
Total number of infections: 4,260,187
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,799
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 93,883
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 90
Number of vaccine doses administered: 108.1 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 64.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 63.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 77.6

October 4th, 2021

In Germany, the Seven Day Incidence which shows how many new Coronavirus infections there were per 100,000 inhabitants in the past seven days, increased a little, to 64.7. For several weeks, nothing much has changed. Experts still believe the infection numbers could climb substantially once the weather worsens, in spite of the ongoing vaccination campaign.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 4th, 2021, 07:45 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 615
Total number of infections: 4,255,388
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,088
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 93,793
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 7
Number of vaccine doses administered: 108.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 64.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 64.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 75.2

October 3rd, 2021

The Corona infection numbers in Germany have decreased slightly, but there are several Corona hotspots. They include Bremerhaven (Incidence: 259.8), as well as these four counties in Bavaria: Traunstein (246.8), Berchtesgadener Land (234.2), Rosenheim (291.3) and Pforzheim (211.1). Germany’s vaccination campaign seems to be stalling right now. The percentage of citizens who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 has hardly changed in the past 24 hours. Usually, it would increase by at least 0.1 percent.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 3rd, 2021, 10:05 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 614
Total number of infections: 4,252,300
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 6,164
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 93,786
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 9
Number of vaccine doses administered: 108.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 64.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 64.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 75.3

October 2nd, 2021

Deutsche Bahn will not require COVID-19 vaccination certificates or Corona tests from its passengers, at least for now. Chancellor Angela Merkel and her likely successor Olaf Scholz wanted to implement rules of this kind. But according to the Ministry of Transport in Berlin, putting in place rules of this kind is neither feasible nor legally possible.

The overall Corona situation in Germany is relatively stable, except in Bremerhaven and some Bavarian counties, thanks to the Corona vaccination campaign. At the same time, the Robert Koch Institute says 29,500 Germans got COVID-19 in September even though they were fully vaccinated. But the number of unvaccinated persons who develop COVID-19 is about ten times as high.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 2nd, 2021, 07:52 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 613
Total number of infections: 4,246,136
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 8,517
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 93,777
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 66
Number of vaccine doses administered: 107.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 64.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 64.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 75.8

October 1st, 2021

Later this month, many unvaccinated Germans and residents of other nationalities will have to pay for their Corona tests themselves, for instance if they need them to enter restaurants or other businesses. The state will continue paying tests for persons who cannot be vaccinated because no vaccine has been recommended for them. This includes children up to 11 years of age.

The infection numbers are on the rise again. According to the Robert Koch Institute, the Seven Day Incidence for Germany increased from 63.0 to 64.1 since yesterday. In some federal states, including Berlin, the increase is more dramatic. The German capital now stands at 74.4, which is a lot higher than 24 hours ago. Things seem to be out of control in Bremerhaven, where the Incidence just reached 292.4. In three more counties, namely Traunstein, Pforzheim and Rosenheim, it is above 200 as well.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: October 1st, 2021, 06:13 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 612
Total number of infections: 4,237,619
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,118
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 93,711
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 73
Number of vaccine doses administered: 107.7 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 68.0
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 64.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 64.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 74.4

September 30th, 2021

In Germany, the number of COVID-19 patients who are being treated at ICUs is still falling 1,364. Within two weeks, it decreased by about 150. The Seven Day Incidence is on the rise again, but at a slow pace. Whether the coild season will cause the numbers to explode again, as some experts have predicted, is unclear. By now, 64.3 percent of all Germans and residents of other nationalities have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 30th, 2021, 08:06 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 611
Total number of infections: 4,227,501
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,150
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 93,638
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 67
Number of vaccine doses administered: 107.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 67.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 64.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 63.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 67.7

September 29th, 2021

The latest development in Germany is not that dramatic, except for the fact that too many patients are still dying of COVID-19. There were 67 more related deaths in the past 24 hours. Also, the situation in Bremerhaven and Traunstein, where the Seven Day Incidence is still far higher than 200, is serious. Germany’s national Incidence rose a tiny bit. According to the Robert Koch Institute, it is now 61.0.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 29th, 2021, 08:38 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 610
Total number of infections: 4,215,351
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,780
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 93,571
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 67
Number of vaccine doses administered: 107.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 67.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 64.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 61.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 66.0

September 28th, 2021

In the city state, the number of new Coronavirus infections drops substantially. According to the Robert Koch Institute, the German capitals Seven Day Incidence now stands at 62.0 after it had been at 69.2 on Monday. The most dramatic Incidence are being reported from Bremerhaven (258.9) and Traunstein (225.4).

Germany’s Corona vaccination campaign is making headway, but slowly. Exactly 64 percent of all Germans have been fully immunized so far. The number of Corona patients who are being treated at intensive care units is 1,431 today.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 28th, 2021, 08:16 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 609
Total number of infections: 4,203,571
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,171
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 93,504
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 101
Number of vaccine doses administered: 107.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 67.7
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 64.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 60.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 62.0

September 27th, 2021

In Germany, the fourth Corona wave does not seem to be as strong as many feared, possibly because of the fact that almost 64 percent of all residents are fully vaccinated by now. In the federal state of Bremen, the situation is still alarming. Especially in Bremerhaven, which belongs to this small state, the infection numbers are going through the roof. The Seven Day Incidence is 246.6 up there, while the national Incidence rose slightly, to 61.7.

The Corona has been influencing people’s lives for 608 days so far. In Germany’s elections, which took place yesterday, the Corona pandemic and the policies designed to curb it were among the subjects that were important to voters. The extremist far-right AfD, which has become part of the spectrum of Corona deniers, lost support.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 27th, 2021, 07:48 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 608
Total number of infections: 4,199,400
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,022
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 93,403
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 10
Number of vaccine doses administered: 106.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 67.7
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 63.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 61.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 69.2

September 26th, 2021

For the first time in six days, the number of new Corona infections rises slightly. Germany’s national Seven Day Incidence is now 61.4. In the north-western port city of Bremerhaven, the country’s new Corona hotspot, the situation is dramatic. Here, an Incidence of 267.7 was reported, which is an alarming number. The second of two German counties with extremely high Incidences is Traunstein in the very south (229.3). Bremen, which includes Bremerhaven, is the only federal state with an Incidence above 100. It stands at 114.4 right now. The number of Corona patients in intensive care units drops to 1,435.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 26th, 2021, 06:52 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 607
Total number of infections: 4,196,378
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 7,774
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 93,393
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 28
Number of vaccine doses administered: 106.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 67.7
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 63.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 61.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 69.1

September 25th, 2021

While the number of new Coronavirus infections is slowly decreasing in Berlin as well, the German capital comes up with another way to get people vaccinated. The Senate Administration of Health announces it will send out vaccination buses to the suburbs starting in October. Four buses equipped with two vaccination booths each are being prepared. A new vaccination spot at the Ringcenter mall in Berlin’s Lichtenberg borough will be opening on Tuesday.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 25th, 2021, 08:12 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 606
Total number of infections: 4,188,604
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 7,211
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 93,365
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 62
Number of vaccine doses administered: 106.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 67.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 63.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 60.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 68.8

September 24th, 2021

While the number of new Corona infections is still decreasing slowly, the situation in Bremen is serious. The Seven day Incidence in the small federal state stands at 111.3. The port city of Bremerhaven is pushing up the numbers with its rather dramatic local Incidence of 237.8. This is Germany’s new Corona hotspot. The city of Pforzheim in Baden-Württemberg and Traunstein county in Bavaria are above 200 as well.

In the meantime, the number of Corona patients who need to be treated at ICUs has decreased by about 100 in the past week. There are now 1,458 of them, according to the Robert Koch Institute.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 24th, 2021, 08:37 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 605
Total number of infections: 4,181,393
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,727
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 93,303
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 65
Number of vaccine doses administered: 106.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 67.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 63.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 62.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 69.1

September 23rd, 2021

Germany is increasing the pressure on the unvaccinated. Health Minister Jens Spahn and his colleagues from the sixteen federal states decided to change the sick pay rules in November. In some cases, employees who need to go into quarantine will not be paid until they return to work. Unvaccinated individuals are already excluded from public life. They are not allowed to enter dance clubs and other places in some states. The pressure on them is growing.

The fourth Corona wave seems to be slowing down in Germany, in spite of the country’s low vaccination rate. On Thursday morning, the national Seven Day Incidence stood at 63.1.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 23rd, 2021, 08:01 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 604
Total number of infections: 4,171,666
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,696
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 93,238
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 115
Number of vaccine doses administered: 106.1 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 67.4
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 63.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 63.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 69.1

September 22nd, 2021

In Germany, the number of new infections is still decreasing. So is the number of Corona patients who need to be treated at ICUs. The national Seven Day Incidence drops to 65, while the number of persons with COVID19 in intensive care units in Germany is now 1,504.

Health Minister Jens Spahn says, the pandemic might be over in spring. “If there is no new virus variant that is immune to vaccinations, which would be unlikely, we will have overcome the pandemic in spring, meaning we can return to normality”, he tells the Augsburger Allgemeine daily. By then, he believes Germany will have reached herd immunity.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 22nd, 2021, 07:25 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 603
Total number of infections: 4,160,970
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,454
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 93,123
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 71
Number of vaccine doses administered: 105.8 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 67.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 63.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 65.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 70.1

September 21st, 2021

The United States of America announce they will partially lift their Corona travel ban. Europeans, British citizens and national from other countries and regions are supposed to be allowed to enter the U.S. again starting in November, as long as they are fully vaccinated and adhere to other rules. The details are supposed to be worked out with the airlines in the coming weeks.

In Germany, the number of new infections keeps on falling slowly. The country’s Seven day Incidence decreases to 68.5, the lowest level since August 26th, 2021. The federal state of Bremen is the country’s Corona hotspot, with an Incidence of 108.2. Among Germany’s 412 counties, Bremerhaven, which is part of Bremen, has the highest Incidence of them all. It stands at 218.4.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 21st, 2021, 07:11 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 602
Total number of infections: 4,150,516
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,664
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 93,052
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 81
Number of vaccine doses administered: 105.7 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 67.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 63.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 68.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 75.7

September 20th, 2021

For the first time since September 12th, Germany’s Seven Day Incidence increases a little, to 71.0. In the country’s sixteen federal states, the Incidence ranges from 110.9 in Bremen and 31.8 in Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania. All states but Bremen are below 100. Two German counties, one in the very south and one in the north-west have Incidences that exceed 200. They are Traunstein (218.0) and Bremerhaven (214.9).

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 20th, 2021, 06:55 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 601
Total number of infections: 4,145,852
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,736
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,971
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 13
Number of vaccine doses administered: 105.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 67.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 62.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 71.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 78.0

September 19th, 2021

Exactly 600 days after the first Coronavirus infection was reported in Germany, the number of new infections is decreasing slowly. On Sunday, the country’s Seven Day Incidence was 70.5. It has been falling for five consecutive days. Traunstein county in Bavaria is Germany’s Corona hotspot right now. Down there, the Incidence is 216.9, according to the Robert Koch Institute.

These days, the number of COVID-19 patients who need to be treated in Germany’s intensive care units is constant. It has been standing above 1,500 for several days. The Corona vaccination rate just reached 62.9 percent. This is how many Germans and residents of other nationalities have been fully vaccinated.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 19th, 2021, 09:43 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 600
Total number of infections: 4,142,116
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 7,337
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,958
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 38
Number of vaccine doses administered: 105.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 67.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 62.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 70.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 78.3

September 18th, 2021

At this stage, the fourth Corona wave seems to be losing strength. Germany’s national Seven Day Incidence decreased to 72.0. Only one out of sixteen federal states, Bremen, is above 100. The exact Incidence there is 105.9, according to the Robert Koch Institute. Among Germany’s 412 counties, one has an Incidence higher than 200. In Traunstein, an alarming value of 221.4 was registered. Fifty-seven counties have Incidences between 100 and 200. The same applies to three of Berlin’s twelve districts. They are Spandau (136.0), Mitte (110.6) and Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg (100.7).

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 18th, 2021, 08:32 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 599
Total number of infections: 4,134,779
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 8,901
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,920
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 63
Number of vaccine doses administered: 105.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 67.0
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 62.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 72.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 78.1

September 17th, 2021

According to the latest numbers provided by the Robert Koch Institute in Berlin, the equivalent of the CDC in the United states of America, Germany’s vaccination campaign might be picking up speed again. Since yesterday, the vaccination rate rose by 0.3 to 62.7 percent. In the past few months, it usually increased by up to 0.1 percent per day only. Now that the federal states are thinking of more creative ways to convince people to get vaccinated, they seem to be making some progress.

In the meantime, the number of new Corona infections keeps on decreasing. Germany’s national Seven Day Incidence dropped to 74.4. But the overall situation is not good. In the first two weeks of September, the Incidences in eastern German states rose. In both Saxony and Thuringia, the increase was 40 percent. At the same time, the Incidence in several western German states decreased substantially.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 17th, 2021, 08:12 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 598
Total number of infections: 4,125,878
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,022
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,857
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 20
Number of vaccine doses administered: 104.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 66.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 62.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 74.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 83.4

September 16th, 2021

In Germany, the number of new Corona infections decreases to some extent. The national Seven Day Incidence drops to 76.3. Out of sixteen federal states, only one is above 100 now, namely Bremen (112.8). Three counties in Germany have Incidences above 200. All of them are located in Bavaria. They are Berchtesgadener Land (221.0), Traunstein (219.7) and Rosenheim (202.9).

At the same time, the number of COVID-19 patients who need to be treated at the intensive care units at Germany’s hospitals has increased substantially yet again. There are 1,526 of them, according to the Robert Koch Institute. Most of them are not vaccinated. Just nine days ago, 1,323 Corona patients were in ICU care.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 16th, 2021, 06:47 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 597
Total number of infections: 4,114,856
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,925
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,837
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 68
Number of vaccine doses administered: 104.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 66.7
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 62.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 76.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 85.8

September 15th, 2021

In Berlin, vaccinated persons and former COVID-19 patients will have more rights soon. The city state’s Senate has separated businesses, venues and other establishments into three categories. Only vaccinated and cured individuals may enter some of them. Others, such as supermarkets and temples, are forced to accept persons with negative Corona tests as well. In a third category, there are businesses that may choose which rule they put in place.

At places that are open to vaccinated and cured people exclusively, the usual mask and distance rules will not apply anymore. Being there will feel like it did in pre-Corona times. The measures the Berlin Senate adopted will be put in place on Saturday, September 18th. They are supposed to protect unvaccinated people and put pressure on them at the same time. The government wants them to get vaccinated against Corona because Germany’s and Berlin’s vaccination rates are still far too low.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 15th, 2021, 06:35 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 596
Total number of infections: 4,101,931
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,455
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,769
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 83
Number of vaccine doses administered: 104.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 66.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 62.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 77.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 85.3

September 14th, 2021

On the 595th day after the first Coronavirus infection was reported in Germany, the numbers are decreasing a little. The country’s Seven Day Incidence decreases to 81.8 from 81.9 on Monday while the number of federal states with Incidences higher than 100 declines as well. Now, only Bremen (117.3) and Hesse (100.6) fall into this category.

In several federal states, including Berlin and Brandenburg, the authorities are discussing what the Germans call “2G rule”. This expression stands for a rule that gives access to establishments to cured and vaccinated persons, while unvaccinated individuals with negative Corona tests are excluded. Berlin’s Health Senator Dilek Kalayci tells the RBB radio and TV network, the “2G rule” was being discussed as an option which could help avoid another lockdown. In Potsdam, the government of Brandenburg was going to decide whether businesses should be allowed to put in place the “2G” rule.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 14th, 2021, 07:17 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 595
Total number of infections: 4,089,476
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 6,325
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,686
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 68
Number of vaccine doses administered: 104.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 66.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 62.2

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 81.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 85.2

September 13th, 2021

An “action week” that starts today, Germany intends to make more people get vaccinated. During this week, vaccinations are supposed to be taken to the people instead of the other way around. What this means is that Corona vaccinations will be offered where people go a lot. This includes playgrounds, supermarkets, sports clubs and pedestrian zones.

Several federal states are already offering immunizations against COVID-19 at unconventional locations, including the city state of Berlin. Until recently, people could get vaccinated at Ikea parking lots or on an ‘S-Bahn’ train. This week, Berliners can get their anti-Corona shots at a Turkish fast food place, at one of the city’s zoos and a home improvement store.

Germany’s vaccination rate is low compared to most of its nine neighbors and other European countries. It stands at 62 percent.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 13th, 2021, 07:20 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 594
Total number of infections: 4,083,151
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 5,511
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,618
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 12
Number of vaccine doses administered: 104.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 66.4
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 62.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 81.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 84.0

September 12th, 2021

In the past three weeks, the number of Corona patients who need to be treated in the intensive care units of German hospitals has been increasing rapidly. Today, there are 1,439 of them. During the first Corona wave, there had been up to 3,000 Corona patients at ICUs. In the second and third wave, their number exceeded 5,000.

Germany’s national Seven Day Incidence decreased a little. it now stands at 80.2. At this stage, three federal states are above 100. They are Bremen, Hesse, and North Rhine-Westphalia. Out of 412 counties in Germany, six have Incidences higher than 200. They are Neustadt a.D. Weinstrasse, Wuppertal, Rosenheim, Salzgitter, Ahrweiler and Berchtesgadener Land.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 12th, 2021, 06:45 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 593
Total number of infections: 4,077,640
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 7,345
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,606
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 8
Number of vaccine doses administered: 104.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 66.4
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 62.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 80.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 84.6

September 11th, 2021

In the city state of Berlin, “creative vaccinations” are being offered by the authorities. Vaccination spots are being set up at one of the city’s zoos, at a home improvement market as well as a Turkish fast food restaurant. At the latter place, anyone who agrees to being vaccinated will get a free doner kebab. At a large vaccination center, Berlin’s Senate Administration of Health is trying to lure people into getting immunized with piano music and alcohol-free beer.

The number of new Corona infections in Germany decreases slightly. A national Seven Day Incidence of 82.8 is being reported by the Robert Koch Institute. At this stage, three federal states are above 100. They are Bremen (125.0), Hesse (106.3) and North Rhine-Westphalia (103.3).

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 11th, 2021, 07:13 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 592
Total number of infections: 4,070,295
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,214
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,598
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 45
Number of vaccine doses administered: 103.8 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 66.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 61.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 82.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 83.8

September 10th, 2021

Since February, tens of thousands of Germans had COVID-19 even though they had been vaccinated at least two weeks prior. According to the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) in Berlin, there have been 30,880 such cases until today. Still, Corona vaccinations have a high efficacy. Among adults, it is 86 to 87 percent, the RKI says.

In the city state of Berlin, the Department of Health has begun inviting elderly people to get their third Corona vaccines. According to Health Senator Dilek Kalayci, some 200,000 Berliners above 80 years of age will receive letters these days. Those third shots are supposed to bolster people’s immunity against Corona and decrease the probability of a severe course of COVID-19.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 10th, 2021, 07:47 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 591
Total number of infections: 4,059,081
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,969
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,553
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 55
Number of vaccine doses administered: 103.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 66.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 61.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 83.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 84.7

September 9th, 2021

Germany’s Health Minister Jens Spahn asks the nation’s citizens to get vaccinated. He says each Corona vaccination was important. The more vaccinations there were, the better the country would get through the upcoming fall and winter. He said 90 to 95 percent of all Corona patients who needed to be treated in intensive care were not vaccinated. Spahn stressed it was up to each citizen to decide whether he or she wanted to be vaccinated, but the decision would affect others too.

For the Robert Koch Institute, its President Professor Lothar Wieler stated, if the vaccination rate was not increased drastically right now, the fourth Corona wave could “run a fulminant course”. According to Wieler, the number of Corona patients at hospitals is on the rise. Especially younger people are being admitted.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 9th, 2021, 07:56 a.m. CEDT, Update: 11:11 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 590
Total number of infections: 4,046,112
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 15,431
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,498
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 50
Number of vaccine doses administered: 103.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 66.0
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 61.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 83.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 82.9

September 8th, 2021

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence decreases slightly again, but in some cities and counties, the infection numbers keep on rising. There are now six counties with Incidences above 200. They are Leverkusen (249.5), Bremerhaven (231.6), Offenbach (222.3), Wuppertal (214.9), Ahrweiler (208.5) and Rosenheim (206.0). Seventeen counties stand between 150 and 200.

Prof. Ulf Dittmer of the University Clinic of Essen warns Germany’s intensive care units could be overburdened soon because of rising Incidence numbers among unvaccinated persons. “Slowly, we are breaking our health system”, he tells the ‘Rheinische Post’ daily. Doctors and nurses at ICUs were stretched to their limits again.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 8th, 2021, 06:36 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 589
Total number of infections: 4,030,681
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 13,565
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,448
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 35
Number of vaccine doses administered: 103.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 65.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 61.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 82.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 81.0

September 7th, 2021

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence decreases a little, from 84.3 on Monday to 83.8. In Berlin, it increases by more than 5 points to 87.9. The four federal states with the highest Incidences are Hesse Bremen (115.4), Hesse (115.1), North Rhine-Westphalia (113.7) and Rhineland-Palatinate (103.6). At this stage, there are four cities with Incidences above 200. They are Leverkusen, Bremerhaven, Offenbach and Wuppertal.

The number of Corona patients in Germany who are being treated at intensive care units rose by more than 106 to 1,323 in the past three days. By now, 61.3 percent of all Germans and residents of other nationalities are vaccinated against COVID-19. A total of 102.8 million doses of vaccine have been administered.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 7th, 2021, 07:22 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 588
Total number of infections: 4,017,116
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 6,726
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,413
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 59
Number of vaccine doses administered: 102.8 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 65.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 61.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 83.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 87.9

September 6th, 2021

Germany’s Corona infection numbers are still on the rise. Four out of sixteen federal states now have Seven Day Incidences above 100. They are Hesse (116.9), Bremen (116.2), North Rhine-Westphalia (115.0) and Rhineland-Palatinate (100.3). Five cities and counties, namely Leverkusen, Wuppertal, Offenbach, Bremerhaven and Rosenheim, are above 200, according to the Robert Koch Institute.

In Germany, a majority believes there need to be stricter Corona rules for unvaccinated persons, compared to those for vaccinated people. According to a poll conducted by YouGov, 58 percent think that way. Twenty-eight percent say the same Corona rules should apply for vaccinated, cured and unvaccinated individuals, while 9 percent reject all Corona restrictions.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 6th, 2021, 08:12 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 587
Total number of infections: 4,010,390
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,749
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,354
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 8
Number of vaccine doses administered: 102.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 65.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 61.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 84.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 82.5

September 5th, 2021

The total number of Coronavirus infections registered in Germany since the pandemic reached the country in January of 2020 just exceeded the 4 million mark. There have been exactly 4,005,641 cases so far. As many as 92,346 Corona-related deaths have been reported in Germany alone since the first Corona case was confirmed 586 days ago. In this fourth Corona wave, the infection numbers are on the rise yet again.

Health Minister Jens Spahn defended the beginning of vaccination upgrades Germany is now administering even though the Permanent Vaccination Commission has not officially recommended those yet. In an interview with ‘Redaktionsnetzwerk Deutschland’ he stated he did not want to wait “until people die at foster homes again”. Spahn said there were many studies that showed third Corona vaccination shots for the elderly and persons in need of care made sense.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 5th, 2021, 06:55 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 586
Total number of infections: 4,005,641
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,453
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,346
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 21
Number of vaccine doses administered: 102.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 65.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 61.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 83.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 83.4

September 4th, 2021

The number of German cities and counties with extremely high infection numbers is increasing. Four of them have Seven Day Incidences higher than 200, namely Wuppertal (240.0), Leverkusen (234.3), Rosenheim (224.9) and Bremerhaven (211.3). Thirteen counties and cities stand between 150 and 200, for another 79 Incidences between 100 and 150 were reported. In Berlin, the districts Mitte, Reinickendorf and Neukölln are above 100. The total number of Corona infections registered in Germany since the crisis commenced in early 2020 will likely hit the 4 million mark tomorrow.

In Germany, the number of Corona patients who are being treated at intensive care units stands at 1,217 right now. During the first Corona wave, it peaked at about 2,500, in the second and third wave it hit 5,000.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 4th, 2021, 08:07 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 585
Total number of infections: 3,995,188
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,835
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,325
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 24
Number of vaccine doses administered: 102.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 65.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 61.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 80.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 82.8

September 3rd, 2021

The city state of Berlin prolongs its mandatory mask rule at schools. All 360,000 kids who attend the German capital’s 830 schools and all school employees will have to wear masks inside all school buildings until October 3rd, 2021, or until further notice. Education Senator Sandra Scheeres said the decision was appropriate considering the infection numbers.

Berlin’s Seven Day Incidence increases to 83.8. Four out of twelve districts are above 100. They are Reinickendorf (120.0), Mitte (116.0), Neukölln (111.6) and Spandau (105.9). In the meantime, Berlin’s Governing Mayor Michael Müller complained the city’s Corona vaccination campaign was stalling. More “creative vaccination offers” were needed.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 3rd, 2021, 07:37 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 584
Total number of infections: 3,984,353
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 14,251
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,301
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 45
Number of vaccine doses administered: 102.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 65.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 60.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 80.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 83.8

September 2nd, 2021

In Lower Saxony, it is back to school after the summer holidays today. All schoolkids will have to wear masks in class, and they need to get tested for Corona every day for one week. From September 10th, three times per week will suffice. The authorities in Lower Saxony fear vacationers may have brought back the Coronavirus from trips abroad. This is how they want to make sure it does not spread at the state’s schools.

In Lower Saxony, the Seven Day Incidence is relatively low in comparison. This morning, it stood at 60.8. North Rhine-Westphalia’s Incidence stands at 120.0. In the city state of Berlin, it increased to 83.2. Germany’s national Incidence is now 76.9.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 2nd, 2021, 06:10 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 583
Total number of infections: 3,970,102
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 13,715
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,256
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 33
Number of vaccine doses administered: 101.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 65.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 60.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 76.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 83.2

September 1st, 2021

Berlin, Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria will be reopening their dance clubs, but they are taking different approaches in regard to the rules. In Berlin, vaccinated persons and individuals who were cured from COVID-19 will be allowed to enter. In those clubs they will not have to wear masks though. In the other two states, people who have PCR tests with negative results will also be allowed to enter dance clubs.

In the meantime, the infection numbers are on the rise again. Wuppertal is Germany’s Corona hotspot, with a Seven day Incidence of 266.2. North Rhine-Westphalia is still the federal state with the highest Incidence. On Wednesday morning, it stood at 120.3. Berlin’s Incidence rose substantially. Since yesterday, it jumped from 72.2 to 80.5.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: September 1st, 2021, 07:46 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 582
Total number of infections: 3,956,387
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 13,531
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,223
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 23
Number of vaccine doses administered: 101.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 65.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 60.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 75.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 80.5

August 31st, 2021

For the first time in weeks, Germany’s Seven Day Incidence decreased a little. On Tuesday, it shrunk to 74.8 from 75.8 on Monday. Berlin’s Incidence fell from 73.7 to 72.2. Even in North Rhine Westphalia, the Incidence decreased, from 127.7 to 124.9 this morning.

But Germany’s overall Corona situation continues to be serious. Sixty-four cities and counties, and Berlin’s Neukölln district, have Incidences that exceed 100. In Wuppertal, Rosenheim and Leverkusen it is above 200.

The Seven Day Incidence shows how many people per 100,000 inhabitants have been infected with Corona within the past seven days. Germany intends to replace the Incidence as the main indicator. Other data, including the occupancy rate of ICUs, are supposed to paint a more accurate picture of the Corona situation soon.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 31st, 2021, 05:35 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 581
Total number of infections: 3,942,856
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 5,750
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,200
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 60
Number of vaccine doses administered: 101.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 65.0
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 60.
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(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 74.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 72.2

August 30th, 2021

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence keeps on increasing. The national average has reached 75.8, and the Robert Koch Institute reported levels higher than 50 for ten out of 16 federal states. One of those, North Rhine-Westphalia, stands at 127.7. While Bremen, Hamburg and Saarland have Incidences above 80, they are above 70 in Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Berlin and Hesse.

According to the ‘Bild’ tabloid, the federal government’s plans to ban unvaccinated and untested people from using Deutsche Bahn’s trains is off the table. The publication reported, a study had come to the conclusion that a measure of this kind was inconvertible. ‘Bild’ had reported Chancellor Angela Merkel had wanted to put in place the ban. It would have allowed vaccinated, cured and tested individuals to become Deutsche Bahn passengers. All others would have been excluded.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 30th, 2021, 06:47 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 580
Total number of infections: 3,937,106
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,559
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,140
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 10
Number of vaccine doses administered: 101.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 64.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 60.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 75.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 73.7

August 29th, 2021

The Corona situation in western and southern Germany is worsening, especially in North Rhine-Westphalia and Bavaria. Germany’s new Corona hotspots are located in those two states. They include the city of Wuppertal, where the Seven Day Incidence is 249.9, Leverkusen, which stands at 222.1, and Rosenheim with a level of 220.2.

A discussion about how to slow down the fourth Corona wave in the upcoming cold season has begun. Baden-Württemberg’s Interior Minister Thomas Strobl announced an approach many are considering, in an interview with the ‘Bild am Sonntag’ weekly. A joint liability for vaccinated persons would be wrong, Strobl stated. “That is why the rules for unvaccinated persons will be different from those for vaccinated people”, he said. In other words: Vaccinated Germans and other residents might have more rights than those who have not been vaccinated.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 29th, 2021, 08:22 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 579
Total number of infections: 3,932,547
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 8,416
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,130
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 12
Number of vaccine doses administered: 101.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 64.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 60.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 74.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 74.4

August 28th, 2021

The authorities in Berlin ban several protests registered by Corona deniers. More than 4,000 police officers from several federal states are supposed to enforce the ban. last time, on August 1st, they were not successful in preventing a banned rally of this kind from taking place. A spokesperson for the Berlin Police Department says, the police would show presence and protect the government quarter. A year ago, a mob that was part of a Corona denier’s protest managed to break through a police barricade and get to the entrance of the Reichstag building in Berlin, which accommodates the Bundestag.

In regard to vaccinations against COVID-19, Germany is trailing behind compared to other countries, including European Union partner states. So far, 59.9 percent of all Germans are fully vaccinated. It Spain, 69 percent of the population is immunized, in Portugal more than 73 percent.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 28th, 2021, 08:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 578
Total number of infections: 3,924,131
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,303
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,118
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 22
Number of vaccine doses administered: 100.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 64.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 59.
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(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 72.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 74.2

August 27th, 2021

In Germany, the Robert Koch Institute reported more than 12,000 new Corona infections had been registered in the past 24 hours. The largest number of new Coronavirus cases ever reported in Germany within 24 hours was 25,524, on December 21st, 2020. So far, the situation has not gotten quite as bad in the ongoing fourth wave, but the numbers are on the rise.

The Seven Day Incidence in North Rhine-Westphalia stands at 125.9. Two cities in this federal state, Wuppertal and Leverkusen, are above 200. So is the Bavarian city of Rosenheim. Fifty-two counties and cities in Germany have Incidences above 100 by now. The same applies to Berlin’s Neukölln district.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 27th, 2021, 07:10 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 577
Total number of infections: 3,913,828
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,029
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,096
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 14
Number of vaccine doses administered: 100.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 64.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 59.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 70.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 75.8

August 26th, 2021

According to Health Minister Jens Spahn, a “pandemic of the unvaccinated” is threatening Germany’s health system. He appeals to the public to get vaccinated. So far, 100 million doses of vaccine have been administered since December, but less than 60 percent of all Germans are fully vaccinated.

In the early morning, the Robert Koch Institute reports a national Seven Day Incidence of 33.0 by mistake. The actual number is 66.0. The Incidence is increasing rapidly in several federal states, including North Rhine-Westphalia, where two cities have Incidences higher than 200. They are Leverkusen and Wuppertal. As many as 46 German counties exceed 100.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 26th, 2021, 06:25 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 576
Total number of infections: 3,901,799
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,626
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,082
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 21
Number of vaccine doses administered: 100.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 64.4
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 59.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 66.0*
(*Earlier today, the RKI had announced an Incidence of 33.0 by mistake.)
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 72.0

August 25th, 2021

The Corona situation in North Rhine-Westphalia is escalating. In this federal state, the Seven Day Incidence rose to 114.3. In its city of Leverkusen, the Incidence level is 228.4. Other cities and counties in Germany include Rosenheim in Bavaria, for which the Robert Koch Institute reported an Incidence of 197.8, Wuppertal, Solingen, Mönchengladbach and Hagen.

At the Berlin Bundestag, the pandemic and its implications were going to be discussed on Wednesday. The parties that belong to Chancellor Angela Merkel’s grand coalition, CDU/CSU and SPD, intend to prolong the “epidemic emergency situation”, a law that gives the government the power to decide about restrictions in the federal states. The opposition is against this step.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 25th, 2021, 07:55 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 575
Total number of infections: 3,889,173
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,561
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,061
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 39
Number of vaccine doses administered: 99.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 64.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 59.2

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 61.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 67.3

August 24th, 2021

In North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany’s largest federal state which includes cities like Cologne, Düsseldorf, Bonn and Bochum, the Corona situation has gotten serious again. Its Seven Day Incidence is above 100. Many cities there register extremely high infection numbers, including Leverkusen, where the Incidence exceeded 200 two days ago.

In the meantime, the federal government decided not to rely on the Seven Day Incidence only anymore. More data, including the occupancy rate at hospitals, are supposed to paint a more comprehensive picture of the Corona situation in Germany. Another decision was taken: From now on, only vaccinated persons, individuals who were recently cured from COVID-19 and people who have fresh and negative Corona tests may enter restaurants and hotels.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 24th, 2021, 07:37 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 574
Total number of infections: 3,877,612
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 5,747
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 92,022
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 42
Number of vaccine doses administered: 99.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 64.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 5
9.0
(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 58.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 68.7

August 23rd, 2021

For the first time since the third Corona wave ended months ago, a federal state in Germany has a Seven Day Incidence above 100. North Rhine-Westphalia stood at 103.3 this morning. In several of its cities, the infection numbers are exploding right now. The Robert Koch Institute reported an Incidence of 205.8 for the city of Leverkusen. Things are only slightly better in Solingen, Bielefeld, Mönchengladbach, Krefeld and Dortmund.

In all of North Rhine-Westphalia, the “3G rule” applies. Its name has to do with a German word game that does not work in English. What it means is that certain activities, such as taking part in indoor events or sitting down at indoor restaurant tables, are reserved for persons who are either fully vaccinated, who were recently cured from COVID-19 or who have a fresh Corona test result with a negative outcome.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 23rd, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 573
Total number of infections: 3,871,865
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,668
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,980
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 4
Number of vaccine doses administered: 99.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 63.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 58.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 56.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 67.1

August 22nd, 2021

North Rhine-Westphalia has become Germany’s Corona hotspot again. The federal state’s Seven Day Incidence increased to 99.2 and is therefore at a much higher level than it is in Hamburg (63.2) or Berlin (67.3). Bremen is above 50 as well.

The situation in Leverkusen seems to be getting out of hand. Here, the Incidence is now 189.3. The ten cities and counties with the highest Incidences are all in North Rhine-Westphalia. Apart from Leverkusen, they include Solingen, Bielefeld, Krefeld, Dortmund, Wuppertal, Cologne, Märkischer Kreis, Düsseldorf and Bochum.

In spite of the serious situation, Germany’s Justice Minister Christine Lambrecht opposes a lockdown for persons who are not vaccinated against Corona or cured from COVID-19. She just told the ‘Welt am Sonntag’ weekly, any intrusion into the right to freedom needed to be proportional. A lockdown for unvaccinated people would be a serious restriction which could not simply be justified with a policy of infection protection.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 22nd, 2021, 07:51 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 572
Total number of infections: 3,868,197
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 7,050
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,976
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 3
Number of vaccine doses administered: 99.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 63.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 58.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 54.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 67.3

August 21st, 2021

For the first time since May, Germany’s Seven Day Incidence surpassed 50. It stands at 51.6 today. In the past days, the biggest increase was registered in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany’s largest state. It overtook Berlin and Hamburg. It’s Incidence is now 91.8.

Twenty-one German counties are above 100 by now, meaning more than 100 per 100,000 inhabitants got infected with Corona in the past seven days. In Leverkusen, the Incidence level is 162.5. More cities and counties with extremely high infection numbers include Wuppertal, Solingen, Bielefeld, Bochum, Bonn, Dortmund, Märkischer Kreis, Remscheid, Düsseldorf, Rosenheim, Hagen, Gütersloh and Cologne. All of these places, except for the Bavarian town of Rosenheim, are in North Rhine-Westphalia.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 21st, 2021, 07:55 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 571
Total number of infections: 3,861,147
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 8,092
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,973
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 17
Number of vaccine doses administered: 99.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 63.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 58.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 51.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 67.0

August 20th, 2021

In Berlin, new Corona rules apply from today. Indoor events may be visited by vaccinated persons, individuals who were recently cured from COVID-19 or holders of negative Corona tests only. The same applies to outdoor events of certain sizes if the usual distance of 5 feet cannot be kept. Berlin’s schoolchildren will have to wear masks in class until September 5th.

For tourists and other visitors who stay at hotels life will also be more complicated. Unless they are vaccinated or were recently cured, they will not just have to show negative Corona test results when they check in, but also every three days. Rapid Corona tests are now valid for 24 hours, PCR tests for 48.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 20th, 2021, 08:35 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 570
Total number of infections: 3,853,055
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,280
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,956
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 13
Number of vaccine doses administered: 98.7 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 63.7
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 58.2

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 48.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 69.7

August 19th, 2021

The number of new Coronavirus infections in Germany increases more rapidly now. Germany’s Seven Day Incidence rose to 44.2. This morning, 91 counties had Incidences at or above 50, six of them even exceeded 100. They are Leverkusen (124.6), Flensburg (123.1), Bonn (121.9), Wuppertal (121.9), Rosenheim (116.4) and Bielefeld (103.8). Ten Berlin districts are above 50 as well. Neukölln stands at 98.7 today.

Since Germany’s Permanent Vaccination Commission officially recommended Corona vaccinations for children aged 12 or older, doctors in Germany have registered a lot of demand in this regard. It increases the speed of Germany’s vaccination campaign. Now, 57.8 percent of all Germans have been fully vaccinated.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 19th, 2021, 06:42 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 569
Total number of infections: 3,843,775
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 8,400
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,943
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 22
Number of vaccine doses administered: 98.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 63.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 57.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 44.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 69.2

August 18th, 2021

In Germany, the number of new Coronavirus infections within 24 hours has not been higher since May 21st. According to the Robert Koch Institute, 8,324 new cases were confirmed since yesterday. Germany’s Seven day Incidence now stands at 40.8. In 80 out of 412 counties, the Incidence is higher than 50. Today, Flensburg is Germany’s Corona hotspot, at an Incidence level of 116.5. In Berlin, nine districts are above 50. One of them, Neukölln, exceeded 100. It stands at 111.5.

All over Germany, regional vaccination centers are supposed to close soon because the state’s funding for them ends in September. Some states intend to take the Corona vaccinations to the people instead of the other way around. Berlin plans to immunize its citizens on ‘S-Bahn’ city trains.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 18th, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 568
Total number of infections: 3,835,375
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 8,324
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,921
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 22
Number of vaccine doses administered: 97.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 63.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 57.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 40.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 69.2

August 17th, 2021

The fourth Corona wave is pushing up Germany’s Corona infection numbers. Hamburg is the federal state with the highest Seven Day Incidence. It stands at 78.3. The Robert Koch Institute reports high numbers for Berlin and North Rhine-Westphalia too. In Berlin, the districts Neukölln and Spandau are above 100. The city of Flensburg in Schleswig-Holstein stands at 109.8.

Turkey now is a ‘High Risk Area’ from the perspective of Germany because of high infection numbers there. Tens of thousands of Turks who live in Germany, Germans with Turkish roots and tourists who are spending their summer vacations there will have to go into quarantine when they return. Persons who are fully vaccinated or who were cured from COVID-19 in the past six months are exempt.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 17th, 2021, 07:50 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 567
Total number of infections: 3,827,051
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,912
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,899
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 28
Number of vaccine doses administered: 97.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 63.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 57.2

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 37.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 66.2

August 16th, 2021

In Flensburg, Germany’s northernmost city and the county around it, the Seven Day Incidence has reached 112. Mönchengladbach in North Rhine-Westphalia is the second Corona hotspot, with an Incidence of 100.0. Kiel stands at 99.7. Bonn, Wuppertal, Dingolfing-Landau, Düsseldorf, Cologne and Hamburg have high infection numbers as well. Berlin’s Incidence dropped slightly, to 61.3. Its districts Neukölln (95.3), Spandau (85.8) and Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg (81.2) have the highest Incidences right now.

Hamburg is the federal state with the highest Incidence. It stands at 77.8. Berlin and North Rhine-Westphalia are on the second and third places.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 16th, 2021, 06:25 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 566
Total number of infections: 3,823,139
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 2,126
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,871
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 4
Number of vaccine doses administered: 97.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 63.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 57.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 36.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 61.3

August 15th, 2021

Germany’s Corona situation is worsening every day. The only good news is the fact that the number of Corona-related deaths is decreasing. Three COVID-19 patients died in the past 24 hours. In earlier Corona waves, hundreds of deaths were registered on a daily basis. But the Seven day Incidence, and with it the number of new Corona infections, is on the rise. Germany’s national Incidence now stands at 35.0.

Fifty out of 412 counties in Germany have Incidences above 50. Kiel even stands at 103.3. According to the Robert Koch Institute, nine Berlin districts are in the critical zone too. They are Lichtenberg (51.0), Marzahn-Hellersdorf (51.3), Tempelhof-Schöneberg (55.3), Mitte (66.9), Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf (68.8) Reinickendorf (70.9), Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg (81.2), Spandau (93.7) and Neukölln (98.7).

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 15th, 2021, 08:05 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 565
Total number of infections: 3,821,013
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,728
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,867
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 3
Number of vaccine doses administered: 97.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 63.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 57.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 35.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 62.2

August 14th, 2021

In Berlin, 201 schoolkids test positive for Corona during the first week of school after the summer vacations. The same applies to 13 teachers. Most new Corona cases among students are being registered in two of Berlin’s twelve districts, namely Neukölln and Reinickendorf. During the first three weeks of school, all children need to wear masks indoors. They get tested three times a week.

Neukölln is also Germany’s Corona hotspot. it is not the first time. At 100.9, this district’s Seven day Incidence is higher than the ones in any of Germany’s 412 counties. Kiel and Flensburg, two cities in the federal state of Schleswig-Holstein, also report high Corona numbers.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 14th, 2021, 07:10 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 564
Total number of infections: 3,816,285
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 5,644
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,864
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 11
Number of vaccine doses administered: 96.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 63.0
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 56.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 32.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 60.7

August 13th, 2021

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence exceeds 30. Kiel, the capital of Schleswig-Holstein, stands at 107.4. It is one of 33 cities and counties which are above 50 right now. Six Berlin districts share this problem. According to the Robert Koch Institute, Neukölln has reached an Incidence of 76.3, Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg ist at 67.0, Mitte at 63.7, Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf at 60.4, Reinickendorf 57.8 and Tempelhof-Schöneberg at 50.3. The city state of Hamburg’s Incidence is 68.8.

The number of Corona patients who are being treated at intensive care units in Germany’s hospitals is still relatively low. It stood at 479 on Wednesday, but is on the rise again. During the second and third Corona waves, more than 5,000 COVID-19 patients had been atz ICUs.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 13th, 2021, 08:10 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 563
Total number of infections: 3,810,641
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 5,578
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,853
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 19
Number of vaccine doses administered: 96.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 62.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 56.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 30.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 50.3

August 12th, 2021

By now, the Seven Day Incidence in 24 counties exceeds the critical level of 50. Kiel, the capital of the federal state of Schleswig-Holstein, stands at 98.5. Five Berlin districts are above 50 as well. They are Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg (61.0), Reinickendorf (60.5), Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf (55.3), Mitte (54.1) and Tempelhof-Schöneberg (51.8).

In the meantime, Germany is dispensing with 2.6 million doses of Moderna vaccine because not enough Germans seem to be ready to get immunized against Corona. These doses were supposed to be delivered in two portions. Other European Union member states can grab and use them.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 12th, 2021, 06:21 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 562
Total number of infections: 3,805,063
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 5,638
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,834
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 17
Number of vaccine doses administered: 95.8 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 62.7
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 55.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 27.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 44.4

August 11th, 2021

Germany’s President Frank Walter Steinmeier appealed to the public to get vaccinated. “We have to keep the pandemic at bay”, he stated on Tuesday. This was not possible if people just did whatever they wanted. He was referring to a recent statement by the German Pop music singer Nena. As many people as possible needed to be vaccinated, Steinmeier said.

The infection numbers in Germany keep on increasing. Almost 5,000 new Corona infections were registered in the past 24 hours. The Seven Day Incidence rose to 25.1. Hamburg, the nation’s Corona hotspot had an Incidence of 62.1 this morning. At this stage, the three counties with the highest Incidences are all in the federal state of Schleswig-Holstein. In Flensburg at the Danish border, the level was 90.9, in Kiel 85.9 and Neumünster stood at 79.8.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 11th, 2021, 07:10 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 561
Total number of infections: 3,799,425
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,996
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,817
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 14
Number of vaccine doses administered: 95.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 62.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 55.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 25.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 42.9

August 10th, 2021

At their Corona conference, Angela Merkel, her possible successor Armin Laschet who also is First Minister of North Rhine-Westphalia, and his 15 colleagues from Germany’s other federal states were going to discuss the right Corona approach on Tuesday. This will be about making more Germans get vaccinated and trying to keep the infection numbers low in the upcoming cold season. There are some points, including the question whether unvaccinated people should be excluded from public life more than they already are, which might require longer discussions, since there was no consensus before the meeting.

The infection numbers are still on the rise. Germany’s Incidence rose to 23.5, while Hamburg, the nation’s new Corona hotspot, reached 40.7. Fifteen of 412 counties in the country have Incidences higher than 50.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 10th, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 560
Total number of infections: 3,794,429
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 2,480
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,803
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 19
Number of vaccine doses administered: 95.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 62.4
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 54.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 23.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 40.7

August 9th, 2021

In Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein, where schools just reopened after the summer holidays, the Corona numbers are skyrocketing. According to a report by the NDR, the local health authorities are overwhelmed. They are hoping for guidance from Berlin on how to deal with the situation. Vacationers who just returned from abroad may have contributed to the alarming increase of Corona infections.

On the Robert Koch Institute’s list of Seven Day Incidence levels in Germany, Schleswig-Holstein is overrepresented in the top 10. Neumünster is Germany’s Corona hotspot. Up there, the Incidence is 94.8. On the Incidence list for federal states, neighboring Hamburg is at the very top. its Incidence stands at 54.8.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 9th, 2021, 07:27 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 559
Total number of infections: 3,791,949
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,183
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,784
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 2
Number of vaccine doses administered: 94.7 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 62.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 54.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 23.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 38.0

August 8th, 2021

The city state of Berlin is trying to convince its large expat community to get vaccinated. “Take advantage of the vaccination service at at your doctors or at vaccination centers. This will contribute to us achieving herd immunity. Thank you for your solidarity”, a message sent out by the Senate Administration of health reads. Germany is still far away from herd immunity. So far, 54.4 percent of all Germans have been fully vaccinated, but 85 percent are needed.

In the meantime, the Corona situation is worsening. Germany’s Seven Day Incidence increased to 22.6. It more than quadrupled within as month. Berlin’s Incidence even septupled in the same time period. It stands at 37.9. The German capital’s Neukölln district is one of the country’s Corona hotspots once again, with a Incidence of 55.7.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 8th, 2021, 07:25 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 558
Total number of infections: 3,790,766
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,127
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,782
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 4
Number of vaccine doses administered: 94.7 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 62.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 54.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 22.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 37.9

August 7th, 2021

The discussion about how to make more Germans get vaccinated is continuing. Frank-Ulrich Montgomery, the President of the World Medical Association, told the “Rheinische Post” daily, Germany should take France’s approach. “There, you won’t get into a restaurant or cinema without vaccination.” Corona tests should not be free anymore, Montgomery said. According to him, free beer or sausage are not enough to convince people to get vaccinated.

In the meantime, the number of Corona infections keeps on increasing. Hamburg’s Seven Day Incidence reached 41.1 today. Berlin now stands at 36.6. In Saarland and North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany’s largest federal state, the Incidences are above 30 as well. Nine German counties are above 50.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 7th, 2021, 07:40 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 557
Total number of infections: 3,787,639
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,206
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,778
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 24
Number of vaccine doses administered: 94.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 62.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 54.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 21.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 36.6

August 6th, 2021

In four federal states, the Seven Day Incidence is now above 30. They are Hamburg (37.2), Berlin (35.0), Schleswig-Holstein (34.9) and North Rhine-Westphalia (30.2). Germany’s Incidence rose to 20.4. It more than quadrupled since July 6th. Six counties and two of Berlin’s districts (Neukölln and Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg) are now above 50. Germany’s Corona hotspot is Neumünster (81.8).

The city state of Berlin is now offering Corona vaccinations without appointments at eleven locations. Those include five official vaccination centers, three temporary immunization spots and thee makeshift vaccination centers at three Ikea branches. Berliners even have the choice between vaccines from three manufacturers.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 6th, 2021, 08:11 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 556
Total number of infections: 3,784,433
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,448
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,754
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 24
Number of vaccine doses administered: 93.7 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 62.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 53.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 20.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 35.0

August 5th, 2021

For the first time in months, Berlin’s Seven Day Incidence exceeds 30. It just jumped to 32.7. Germany’s infection numbers keep on increasing as well, while the vaccination campaign advances rather slowly. By now, 53 percent of all Germans are fully vaccinated, more than 93 million doses of vaccine have been administered.

In the meantime, Germany has spent more than 3 billion Euro (3.55 billion U.S. Dollars or 2.56 billion Pounds Sterling) for Corona tests, according to the “Rheinische Post” daily, which got the information from the Health Ministry in Berlin. For now, rapid Corona tests are free to citizens and holders of residence permits. In fall, once everyone was offered Corona vaccinations, the government wants people to pay for tests themselves.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 5th, 2021, 07:36 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 555
Total number of infections: 3,780,985
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,539
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,730
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 26
Number of vaccine doses administered: 93.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 62.0
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 53.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 19.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 32.7

August 4th, 2021

The German Health Ministry is trying to prevent the fourth Corona wave from hitting the country hard. According to several German-language media, it sent out a report to all federal states and the Berlin Bundestag. A new lockdown of the kind Germany had last winter is unlikely. But the basic Corona rules, keeping one’s distance, getting tested and wearing masks would apply until the spring of next year.

Possible restrictions for unvaccinated persons only are being mentioned in the report. This measure could help keep control of the fourth Corona wave, at least to some extent. And it would likely pressure more people into getting vaccinated. On Tuesday of next week, Chancellor Angela Merkel will discuss the Corona situation and its implications with the First Ministers from the sixteen federal states.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 4th, 2021, 07:06 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 554
Total number of infections: 3,777,446
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,571
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,704
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 25
Number of vaccine doses administered: 92.7 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 61.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 52.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 18.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 29.5

August 3rd, 2021

The Corona infection numbers in Germany seem to be relatively stable right now. The increase registered in the past weeks seems to be slowing down. Germany’s Seven Day Incidence rose by 0.1 to 17.9 on Tuesday. Six federal states report levels above 20, one of them, Hamburg, exceeded 30 a while ago. Out of 412 counties in Germany, four are above 50.

In the meantime, Health Minister Jens Spahn and his colleagues from the federal states decided to offer vaccinations to 12- to 17-year-olds, in spite of the fact that Germany’s Permanent Vaccination Commission has not come up with a general recommendation for this age group. Spahn told the RBB radio and television network, this was not about applying pressure on anyone, but rather about making sure those who wanted vaccinations would get them.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 3rd, 2021, 08:13 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 553
Total number of infections: 3,773,875
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,766
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,679
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 19
Number of vaccine doses administered: 92.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 61.7
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 52.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 17.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 27.6

August 2nd, 2021

In Berlin, some 5,000 Corona deniers staged a protest in spite of the fact that it had been prohibited by the authorities. They protested against the government and the Corona restrictions, even though hardly any of those are still in place. More than 2,000 police officers were on duty, but they could not control the situation when the crowds suddenly grew on the streets of Berlin’s Charlottenburg and Schöneberg boroughs.

At the Victory Column and other spots, police had to use force when officers were attacked by a mob. Pepper spray and clubs were used in self-defense. Six hundred protesters were arrested, most of them temporarily. One man collapsed when the police wanted to check his documents. He died later at a hospital, possibly of a heart attack.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 2nd, 2021, 07:42 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 552
Total number of infections: 3,772,109
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 847
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,660
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 1
Number of vaccine doses administered: 92.1 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 61.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 52.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 17.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 27.2

August 1st, 2021

In Berlin, hundreds of police officers are supposed to make sure banned Corona denier protests do not take place this weekend. The Higher Administrative Court ruled against petitions handed in by the organizers and confirmed the bans. Many policemen and policewomen were observing the situation at Brandenburg Gate, in the government quarter and elsewhere in the city. Tour buses with Corona deniers were turned back.

Germany’s Corona infection numbers are continuing to increase. The country’s Seven Day Incidence has reached 17.0. With a level of 30.9, Hamburg is the nation’s Corona hotspot right now. Berlin, Bremen, North Rhine-Westphalia and Saarland reported levels between 20 and 30. The remaining eleven federal states are below 20.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: August 1st, 2021, 07:20 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 551
Total number of infections: 3,771,262
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 2,097
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,659
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 1
Number of vaccine doses administered: 92.1 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 61.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 52.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 17.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 27.0

July 31st, 2021

A week ahead of the reopening of its 827 schools, the city state of Berlin announced new Corona rules for all 330,000 schoolkids. All of them will be taught in their classrooms. At least for now, the time of online classes is over. And all of them need to wear masks during the first three weeks or until further notice. In addition, they are required to get tested for Corona three times a week. The total number of tests will be a million per week.

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence keeps on increasing slowly. It reached 16.9 on Saturday. Berlin’s Incidence decreased a little. It now stands at 26.8.. It is still one of the three federal states with the highest Incidences in the country.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 31st, 2021, 07:32 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 550
Total number of infections: 3,769,165
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 2,400
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,658
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 21
Number of vaccine doses administered: 91.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 61.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 51.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 16.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 26.8

July 30th, 2021

The Berlin Police Departement bans as many as twelve protests registered by Corona deniers. According to a statement, the “extensive experience” with protesters of this kind suggested they would not adhere to the Corona rules. Today, more demonstrations might have to be prohibited because conspiracy theorists usually register more of them when their events are banned.

Due to maintenance on the Robert Koch Institute’s website on Friday morning, the latest Corona numbers are delayed.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 30th, 2021, 07:53 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 549
Total number of infections: 3,766,765
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 2,458
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,637
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 30
Number of vaccine doses administered: 91.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 61.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 50.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 16.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 27.6

July 29th, 2021

Brandenburg just put in place a mandatory mask rule for all schools. The summer vacations in this federal state end on August 8th. The rule will apply to schoolkids in all grades for the first two weeks. During gym classes and long exams, the masks can be taken off. All schoolchildren will need to get tested twice a week. The Potsdam government chose to apply these rules because it fears vacationers who return from abroad could spread the Coronavirus.

More than half of all Germans are now fully vaccinated against Corona. As of this morning, the rate is 50.2 percent. Germany’s Seven Day Incidence rose to 16.0. More than 3,500 new Corona infections were registered since yesterday. Hamburg is Germany’s Corona hotspot, with an Incidence of 28.1.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 29th, 2021, 05:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 548
Total number of infections: 3,769,608
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,520
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,702
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 10
Number of vaccine doses administered: 90.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 61.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 50.2

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 16.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 24.8

July 28th, 2021

According to Bavaria’s First Minister Markus Söder, Germany will require Corona tests from all people who enter the country except for those who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and those who have recovered from the disease within the past six months. This way, the Berlin government wants to make sure returning vacations do not bring in the virus.

Chancellor Angela Merkel’s next Corona conference with the First Ministers of Germany’s sixteen federal states was preponed. It will take place on August 10th. Originally, it had been scheduled for the end of August. The participants intend to discuss the right way to fight the fourth Corona wave.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 28th, 2021, 07:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 547
Total number of infections: 3,761,169
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 2,768
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,586
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 21
Number of vaccine doses administered: 89.7 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 61.0
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 49.
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(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 15.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 24.8

July 27th, 2021

Since midnight, Georgia, the Netherlands and Spain are ‘High Incidence Areas’ from the perspective of Germany. This has implications for travelers. Unless they are fully vaccinated against Corona, or unless they were infected with Corona up to six months prior, persons who enter Germany from there need to go into quarantine for ten days upon arrival. After a minimum of five days, they can end the quarantine with a new, negative Corona test.

According to a report by ‘Funke Mediengruppe’, Health Minister Jens Spahn intends to tighten the rules for travelers who enter Germany. He wants to make sure unvaccinated persons need to provide negative Corona tests at the border, no matter where they come from or which means of transport they use. At this stage, this applies to flightz passengers only.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 27th, 2021, 07:50 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 546
Total number of infections: 3,758,401
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,545
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,565
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 38
Number of vaccine doses administered: 89.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 60.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 49.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 14.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 24.8

July 26th, 2021

Berlin’s Governing Mayor Michael Müller and Brandenburg’s First Minister Dietmar Woidke called for a new Corona conference with the federal government and Germany’s sixteen federal states. They insisted on discussing the rising infection numbers and ways to deal with returning vacationers, according to several German-language media. In Berlin and Brandenburg, the summer holidays end in two weeks from now. Woidke said more and more tourist destinations had been declared ‘High Incidence Areas’. Therefore, returning travelers needed to be checked at the borders.

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence, which has been increasing for three weeks now, stood at 14.3 this morning. Hamburg now is the country’s Corona hotspot, with an Incidence of 25. It quintupled since early July.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 26th, 2021, 06:40 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 545
Total number of infections: 3,756,856
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 958
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,527
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 3
Number of vaccine doses administered: 89.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 60.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 49.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 14.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 23.8

July 25th, 2021

According to Chancellery Minister Helge Braun, there might be restrictions for people who have not been vaccinated. Vaccinated persons would definitely have more liberties than individuals without immunization, he told the ‘Bild am Sonntag’ publication. In case the infection numbers in Germany increase substantially, people without Corona vaccination would have to reduce their contacts, Braun said.

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence Number is still increasing. It reached 13.8 on Sunday. Berlin is still the country’s Corona hotspot, with an Incidence of 23.5. In neighboring Brandenburg province, the Incidence level stands at 5.1. With 23.2, Hamburg has almost reached Berlin’s level. Saarland, one of the smallest federal states, is at the third place, with an Incidence of 21.7.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 25th, 2021, 06:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 544
Total number of infections: 3,755,898
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,387
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,524
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 4
Number of vaccine doses administered: 89.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 60.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 49.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 13.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 23.5

July 24th, 2021

Spain and the Netherlands are being declared “High Incidence Areas” by Germany. This applies from Tuesday, July 27th, 2021. This means that travelers who enter Germany from there have to go into quarantine for ten days unless they are fully vaccinated (two shots administered at least two weeks prior or one Johnson & Johnson shot administered at least two weeks prior). The quarantine can be ended with a negative PCR test after a minimum of five days. Starting on Sunday, Georgia will be a ‘High Incidence Area’ too.

In the meantime, Frank-Ulrich Montgomery, the President of the World Medical Association, told the ‘Rheinische Post’ daily, tourists returning from Italy and Spain, especially young people, would increase the Corona infection numbers in Germany. Those who had not been fully vaccinated needed to go into quarantine. Everything needed to be done to make sure the fourth wave would not become a tsunami.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 24th, 2021, 07:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 543
Total number of infections: 3,754,511
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,919
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,520
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 28
Number of vaccine doses administered: 88.5 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 60.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 48.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 13.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 23.5

July 23rd, 2021

Angela Merkel says the Coronavirus has reached an “alarming momentum”. Therefore it was existential to follow the rules by wearing masks, keeping one’s distance, airing rooms and getting tested. She called for more vaccinations. “The more people are vaccinated, the freer we will be”, Mrs. Merkel said at her last “summer press conference” in Berlin. The pandemic could only be overcome if people worked on this challenge together.

The infection numbers in Germany have been increasing for two weeks now. The country’s Seven Day Incidence just reached 21.9. In early July, it had been at 4.9. More than 2,000 new Corona infections were registered within 42 hours.

According to German-language media reports, Germany will declare Spain and the Netherlands ‘High Incidence’ areas within days. This would have implications for travelers, including tourists.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 23rd, 2021, 08:05 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 542
Total number of infections: 3,752,592
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 2,089
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,492
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 34
Number of vaccine doses administered: 87.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 60.4
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 48.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 13.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 21.8

July 22nd, 2021

The Delta variant is still making the infection numbers increase. While the national Seven Day Incidence is now 12.2, two German counties have surpassed 50 again. They are Solingen (54.0) in North Rhine-Westphalia and Kaiserslautern (52.0) in Rhineland-Palatinate. Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, a district in Berlin, is at the third place with an Incidence of 46.1. Berlin as a whole has reached 22.6.

Health Minister Jens Spahn appealed to the public to keep on protecting themselves against the Coronavirus. He said the Seven Day Incidence was doubling every twelve days right now. If this continued, Germany’s Incidence would exceed 800 in October.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 22nd, 2021, 07:25 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 541
Total number of infections: 3,750,503
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,890
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,458
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 42
Number of vaccine doses administered: 87.1 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 60.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 47.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 12.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 22.6

July 21st, 2021

The number of new Corona infections is continuing to rise. In the past 24 hours, 2,203 new ones were registered. It is the highest number since June 11th. The Seven day Incidence rose to 11.4. The city state of Berlin more than quadrupled its Incidence within two weeks. It now stands at 21.8.

Getting vaccinated against Corona is being facilitated. At some of Berlin’s vaccination centers, immunizations without appointments will be offered in the afternoons starting on Friday.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 21st, 2021, 07:25 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 540
Total number of infections: 3,748,613
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 2,203
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,397
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 34
Number of vaccine doses administered: 86.5 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 60.0
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 46.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 11.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 21.8

July 20th, 2021

The authorities in Germany fear the floods in the western part of the country could lead to a faster spread of the Coronavirus. That is because many survivors whose homes were destroyed or damaged, or who cannot reach their homes because the streets are flooded, stay at collective accommodations right now, in conditions in which Corona could spread more easily.

In the meantime, German politicians are trying to find ways to make more people get vaccinated against Corona. Some Berlin politicians want unvaccinated persons to pay for their Corona tests themselves, others rejected the idea. In most federal states, rapid tests are needed to enter restaurants or cultural venues.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 20th, 2021, 09:05 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 539
Total number of infections: 3,746,410
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,183
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,397
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 34
Number of vaccine doses administered: 86.1 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 59.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 46.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 10.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 18.0

July 19th, 2021

In Ahrweiler county, one of the regions hit hard by the floods last week in Rhineland-Palatinate, a large Corona vaccination center had to shut down due to damage. People who had appointments at the Grafschaft-Gelsdorf location need to go to the next vaccination centers to get their shots.

In North Rhine-Westphalia, Heinsberg county was hit hard by both the Corona pandemic and the floods. During the first Coronavirus wave, the infection numbers there were extremely high. Last week, the village of Ophoven in the very same region literally drowned. All 700 residents needed to be evacuated.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 19th, 2021, 07:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 538
Total number of infections: 3,745,227
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 546
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,363
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 1
Number of vaccine doses administered: 85.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 59.7
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 45.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 10.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 15.8

July 18th, 2021

In Berlin, the first walk-in and drive-in vaccination point is operational now, at an Ikea parking lot in the city’s Lichtenberg borough. Hundreds of residents stood in line to use the opportunity they were given to get immunized without appointment. Health Senator Dilek Kalayci was on site. She said she was already in talks with Ikea about opening more vaccination points at their branches in Tempelhof and Spandau as well.

In the meantime, Germany’s Seven Day Incidence reached 10.0. On July 6th, it had stood at 4.9. Eight federal states are back in two-digit territory. In Berlin, the Incidence reported by the Robert Koch Institute is 15.8.

At Ikea in Lichtenberg, hundreds waited for Corona vaccinations. Photo: Imanuel Marcus

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 18th, 2021, 08:12 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 537
Total number of infections: 3,744,681
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,292
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,362
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 3
Number of vaccine doses administered: 85.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 59.7
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 45.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 10.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 15.8

July 17th, 2021

For eleven days now, the Delta variant of the Coronavirus has pushed up the infection numbers in Germany. The Seven Day incidence now stands at 9.4, meaning it almost doubled since July 6th, when the level was 4.9. Berlin is Germany’s Corona hotspot. In the city state, the Incidence increased to 16.0. Here, it almost tripled within 11 days.

Because of increasing numbers in neighboring and other European countries, Germany just extended its list of ‘Risk Areas’. The Netherlands and Greece were just added. So were parts of Denmark. Travelers who enter Germany from ‘Risk Areas’ need to go into a 10-day quarantine unless they have a negative PCR test or a vaccination certificate. Person who were healed from COVID-19 within the past six months can bypass the quarantine as well, as long as they can prove it.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 17th, 2021, 08:15 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 536
Total number of infections: 3,743,389
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,608
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,359
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 22
Number of vaccine doses administered: 85.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 59.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 45.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 9.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 16.0

July 16th, 2021

Berlin is taking a “more creative approach” to making sure more residents get vaccinated against Corona. At Hermannplatz, a square in the German capital’s Neukölln district, any residents from 18 years of age can get immunized by just going there between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. with their I.D. cards. On Saturday, a new drive-in and walk-in vaccination station will open on the Ikea parking lot in Lichtenberg. This one is supposed to be operational for at least six weeks. Berliners can get their immunization shots there from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. every day. The Senate Health Administration also intends to organize a “Long Vaccination Night” with lights and music at Arena Berlin soon.

In the meantime, the infection numbers keep on increasing. The national Incidence in Germany now stands at 8.6. In Berlin, it has been rising rapidly in the past days. On Friday, it reached 13.9.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 16th, 2021, 06:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 535
Total number of infections: 3,741,781
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,456
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,337
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 18
Number of vaccine doses administered: 84.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 59.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 44.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 8.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 13.9

July 15th, 2021

The infection numbers in Germany are continuing to climb. According to the Robert Koch Institute, the age group of 20- to 29-year-olds is affected disproportionally. In all other age groups, the numbers dropped or remained the same. The Seven Day Incidence rose to 8.0. In Berlin, it just jumped to 11.6. The number of new cases per day rose substantially. In the past 24 hours, 1,642 new Corona infections were reported.

Some federal states are trying to find ways to attract more Germans for Corona vaccinations. In Berlin, Health Senator Dilek Kalayci said the city state would organize a “Long Vaccination Night” for younger residents. The vaccination campaign is slowing down. Germany is trying to reverse the trend.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 15th, 2021, 07:50 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 534
Total number of infections: 3,740,325
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,642
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,319
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 32
Number of vaccine doses administered: 83.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 58.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 43.
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(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 8.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 11.6

July 14th, 2021

The number of Corona infections keeps on increasing. More than 1,500 persons were infected in the past 24 hours, according to the Robert Koch Institute. Germany’s Seven Day Incidence now stands at 7.1.

In Berlin, a discussion about ways to accelerate the Corona vaccination campaign is in full swing. One suggestion according to which there need to be cash incentives was already rejected by the federal government. Placing ads on television and other media was suggested.

Germany now has enough vaccine for everyone above 12 years of age. Getting people to get vaccinated is the latest challenge in a crisis that started 533 days ago, when the very first Corona infection case was reported, in Bavaria.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 14th, 2021, 07:53 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 533
Total number of infections: 3,738,683
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,548
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,287
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 28
Number of vaccine doses administered: 82.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 58.7
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 43.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 7.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 9.2

July 13th, 2021

Germany’s vaccination campaign is slowing down. On Sunday, only 221,770 people got their shots. It is the lowest daily number since March. The Health Ministry and vaccination centers are trying to think of ways to speed things up again. In North Rhine-Westphalia, one location staged a vaccination party with alcohol-free cocktails and a DJ.

In the meantime, the Corona infection numbers in Germany keep on rising slowly. The Seven Day Incidence is now 6.5. In Berlin, it increased to 7.9. The Delta variant of the Coronavirus has led to skyrocketing infection numbers in the neighboring Netherlands and other countries. In Germany, the increase is slow, at least so far.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 13th, 2021, 07:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 532
Total number of infections: 3,737,135
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 646
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,259
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 26
Number of vaccine doses administered: 81.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 58.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 42.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 6.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 7.9

July 12th, 2021

The Robert Koch Institute (RKI) in Berlin wants to get away from focusing on the Seven Day Incidence only, according to a report by the ‘Bild’ tabloid. Hospitalization numbers are supposed to become just as important. All in all, the RKI intends to continue using several sets of data to show the latest developments in the Corona crisis. But the emphasis will change.

On the 531st day of the crisis in Germany, the RKI reports another slight increase. The Incidence now stands at 6.4. So far, it has been increasing six days in a row.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 12th, 2021, 07:37 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 531
Total number of infections: 3,736,489
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 324
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,233
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 2
Number of vaccine doses administered: 81.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 58.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 42.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 6.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 7.3

July 11th, 2021

The fourth Corona wave may have reached Germany. For now, the infection numbers, which had decreased substantially in the past weeks, are rising slowly. In the neighboring Netherlands, they are already exploding. More than 10,000 new infections were reported in the small nation within 24 hours. Clubs are being closed again, the parliament interrupted the summer break it had just begun.

Germany is not there yet, but there are first signs. The Seven Day Incidence increased from 4.9 earlier this week to 6.2 on Sunday. The Robert Koch Institute reported 745 new Coronavirus infections within one day. But there is good news as well: Health Minister Jens Spahn announced Germany now had enough vaccine to immunize everyone.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 11th, 2021, 08:15 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 530
Total number of infections: 3,736,165
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 745
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,231
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 6
Number of vaccine doses administered: 81.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 58.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 42.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 6.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 7.4

July 10th, 2021

Germany declares Spain a ‘Risk Area’. This has implications for German tourists who return from their favorite tourist destination and other travelers who come in from there. From Sunday, they will need to go into quarantine unless they have a vaccination certificate or negative Corona test. Trinidad and Tobago, Ireland’s Mid-West and Midland regions and Bahrain just became ‘Risk Areas’ too.

Cyprus is now a ‘High Incidence Area’. Persons who enter Germany from there have to go into quarantine for ten days. They can shorten their quarantine after five days at the earliest, by testing negative. Malta, yet another popular tourist destination, closes its borders to travelers who have not been vaccinated in full.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 10th, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 529
Total number of infections: 3,735,420
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 952
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,225
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 35
Number of vaccine doses administered: 80.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 57.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 41.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 5.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 7.3

July 9th, 2021

In Germany, the Delta mutation of the Coronavirus was identified in 59 percent of all new infections that were checked for variants. This means Delta is now dominating Germany as well. In other European countries, this very same mutation has led to exploding infection numbers. In spite of the situation and rising Seven Day Incidence numbers, several federal states in Germany are keeping on easing Corona restrictions.

According to a report by ‘Funke Mediengruppe’, Germany is about to declare Spain a ‘Risk Area’. This would have implications for German vacationers and other travelers. They would be forced to go into quarantine upon arrival in Germany, unless they have fresh and negative Corona test results.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 9th, 2021, 07:17 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 528
Total number of infections: 3,734,468
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 949
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,190
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 49
Number of vaccine doses administered: 79.7 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 57.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 40.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 5.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 6.9

July 8th, 2021

In Berlin, the Seven Day Incidence is on the rise. On Monday it was at 5.0 and increased every day. Now it reached 6.2. This is not an alarming level, but there seems to be a trend. It could have to do with the spread of the Delta variant of the Coronavirus, which has been identified in 29 percent of all new Coronavirus infections in Berlin. Germany’s Incidence is slowly increasing as well. It stood at 5.2 this morning.

All in all, the number still look good. Three out of sixteen federal states have Incidences below 2, according to the Robert Koch Institute. They are Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania (1.0), Saxony-Anhalt (1.3) and the former Corona hotspot Saxony (1.8).

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 8th, 2021, 07:52 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 527
Total number of infections: 3,733,519
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 970
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,141
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 31
Number of vaccine doses administered: 78.7 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 57.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 39.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 5.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 6.2

July 7th, 2021

Even though the Seven Day Incidence levels are increasing in some areas, some of Germany’s federal states are continuing to take big steps towards normality. The city state of Berlin is getting rid of its contact restrictions at private indoor gatherings. Until Friday, up to ten people from up to ten households may meet indoors. From Saturday, the limit will not apply anymore. According to Health Senator Dilek Kalayci, this is a “courageous step’.

Berlin also increased the maximum number of persons who may take part in indoor cultural or similar events. Under certain conditions, up to 2,000 people may join. Outdoors, 5,000 may visit these kinds of events if the organizers have a special permission from the Senate Administration of Health. Berlin’s Incidence just increased from 5.0 on Monday and 5.3 on Tuesday to 5.6 today.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 7th, 2021, 07:50 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 526
Total number of infections: 3,732,549
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 985
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,110
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 48
Number of vaccine doses administered: 77.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 56.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 39.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 5.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 5.6

July 6th, 2021

In Germany, the infection numbers do not seem to be decreasing anymore, but they are at a very low level. The Robert Koch Institute reports an increasing Seven Day Incidence in the city state of Berlin. It increased from 4.9 on Monday to 5.3 today. But this development might just be a ‘hiccup’.

The Berlin Senate was scheduled to discuss the Corona rules yet again today. More restrictions might be eased. At this stage, the number of people who may meet indoors is still limited to 10 from up to five households. This is one of the rules that could be changed. Returning vacationers are another subject Governing Mayor Michael Müller and his Senators will talk about.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 6th, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 525
Total number of infections: 3,731,564
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 440
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,062
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 31
Number of vaccine doses administered: 77.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 56.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 38.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 4.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 5.3

July 5th, 2021

The liberal party FDP says the government should expect increasing Corona infection numbers in fall and act accordingly. Several German-language publications quoted Bettina Stark-Watzinger, a member of the FDP’s faction at the Berlin Bundestag. Sie said the summer months needed to be used to prepare for a possible fourth wave. Warnings expressed by scientists needed to be taken seriously.

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence remained unchanged on Monday. It stands at 5.0. Berlin’s Incidence increased slightly, from 4.8 to 4.9. In the past 24 hours, one Corona-related death was reported.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 5th, 2021, 06:40 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 524
Total number of infections: 3,731,124
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 212
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,031
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 1
Number of vaccine doses administered: 75.8 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 55.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 37.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 5.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 4.9

July 4th, 2021

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence increases slightly. On Saturday, it stood at 4.9. This morning, it was 5.0, according to the Robert Koch Institute in Berlin. But, all in all, the numbers still look encouraging. Since yesterday, 559 new Coronavirus infections were added to the list. In the past 24 hours, seven Corona-related deaths were reported.

More and more Germans ignore their vaccination appointments and do not get their shots, which is a problem because reaching a herd immunity is still Germany’s goal. Politicians, including the SPD’s health expert Karl Lauterbach, demand fines for persons who skip their vaccination appointments.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 4th, 2021, 06:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 523
Total number of infections: 3,730,912
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 559
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,030
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 7
Number of vaccine doses administered: 75.8 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 55.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 37.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 5.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 4.8

July 3rd, 2021

This week, the Corona vaccination campaign stalled a little. Usually, more than 1 million vaccinations are administered on Wednesdays and Thursdays. This time, the record was set on Wednesday, with 989,119 shots. In the meantime, the infection numbers are still dropping. Germany’s Incidence is now 4.9. It has not been this low in almost a year.

Berlin has new Corona rules. In the German capital, the number of people who may take part in private and public outdoor events just increased. Shops do not have to collect their customers’ contact data anymore. Universities may finally open their doors again. And minor changes apply to the mask rule.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 3rd, 2021, 08:55 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 522
Total number of infections: 3,730,353
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 671
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,023
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 16
Number of vaccine doses administered: 75.8 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 55.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 37.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 4.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 5.0

July 2nd, 2021

In spite of the spreading Delta variant of the Coronavirus, Germany intends to leave its borders open. Interior Minister Horst Seehofer says, travelers who returned to Germany after the summer vacations should expect to be checked anyway. He ordered dragnet controls. The Federal Police is supposed to make sure people adhere to the Corona rules when they enter Germany. At airports, every single passenger will be checked.

Health Minister Jens Spahn expects the share of the Delta variant in Germany to hit 80 percent later this month. Once this is the case, Portugal and the United Kingdom will become ‘High Risk Areas’. At this stage, they are ‘Virus Variant Areas’ with lots of implications for travelers. Once Delta dominates Germany as well, there will not really be a reason to keep people from those countries out anymore.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 2nd, 2021, 08:27 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 521
Total number of infections: 3,729,682
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 649
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 91,007
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 69
Number of vaccine doses administered: 74.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 55.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 37.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 5.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 5.1

July 1st, 2021

With the reopening of cinemas Germany is taking another step towards normality today. The maximum number of people in the audience varies from state to state and strict Corona rules apply. Eight months ago, in early November 2020, the third Corona wave had required a lockdown which affected the country’s cinemas as well. In Berlin, movie theaters could have reopened in early June, for up to 100 people. Because of this low limit hardly any of them did, until today.

Germany’s Corona infection numbers are still decreasing. At the same time, the vaccination campaign is continuing at its usual pace. On Tuesday alone, 886,986 individuals were vaccinated.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: July 1st, 2021, 08:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 520
Total number of infections: 3,729,033
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 892
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 90,938
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 63
Number of vaccine doses administered: 73.8 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 54.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 36.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 5.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 5.5

June 30th, 2021

The ‘Bild’ tabloid accuses the German government of spreading panic because of the Delta variant of the Coronavirus. At the same time the United Kingdom, where Delta started spreading weeks ago, reports more than 20,000 new infections within 24 hours. In Germany, where the Delta mutation is increasing its share substantially, 808 new cases were reported. The government is promoting caution.

For now, Germany’s Corona numbers are decreasing. The national Seven Day Incidence is now 5.2. Out of all federal states, Saxony-Anhalt has the lowest Incidence. It stood at 1.0 this morning. With a level of 6.6., one of Germany’s smallest states, Saarland, has the highest Incidence in the country today.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 30th, 2021, 08:11 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 519
Total number of infections: 3,728,141
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 808
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 90,875
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 56
Number of vaccine doses administered: 72.8 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 54.0
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 35.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 5.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 5.7

June 29th, 2021

The Delta variant of the Coronavirus is about to become the dominant mutation in Germany. It was identified in 35 percent of all new infections. But Professor Lothar Wieler, the President of the Robert Koch Institute in Berlin says he believes 50 percent of all Corona cases can be attributed to Delta by now. This variant is a lot more contagious than the other two Corona mutations Germany has been hit by in the past 16 months.

But the numbers are encouraging right now. Germany’s federal states have low Seven Day Incidences. They range between 1.4 in Saxony-Anhalt and 8.4 in Hamburg.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 29th, 2021, 08:08 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 518
Total number of infections: 3,727,333
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 404
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 90,819
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 57
Number of vaccine doses administered: 72.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 53.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 35.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 5.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 5.9

June 28th, 2021

Berlin’s Governing Mayor Michael Müller demands stricter rules for vacationers who reenter Germany. In an interview with ZDF television he says the spot checks the Federal Police was conducting at Germany’s borders did not suffice. Border guards needed to establish whether people returning from vacations abroad actually had the required Corona tests. Individuals who ended their quarantines had to be checked as well, Müller stated.

The city state of Hamburg has a two-digit Seven Day Incidence again. It stands at 10.0. Other than that, the Corona numbers in most of Germany look good.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 28th, 2021, 07:45 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 517
Total number of infections: 3,726,929
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 219
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 90,762
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 8
Number of vaccine doses administered: 71.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 53.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 34.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 5.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 6.5

June 27th, 2021

Olimar, a tour operator which specializes in Portugal, is planning to fly back hundreds of German tourists from there. On Tuesday, Portugal will become a ‘Virus Variant Area’ from the perspective of Germany. This means that passenger transport will be restricted. That is why most tourists in Portugal are supposed to be back home by Monday night. In Portugal, the dangerous Delta version of the Coronavirus is spreading rapidly.

In spite of the fact that Delta has reached Germany as well, the country’s infection numbers are still decreasing. Its Seven Day Incidence now stands at 5.7. The vaccination campaign is making headway. On Tuesday and Wednesday, more than 1 million doses of vaccine were administered.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 27th, 2021, 07:32 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 516
Total number of infections: 3,726,710
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 538
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 90,754
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 8
Number of vaccine doses administered: 71.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 53.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 34.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 5.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 6.5

June 26th, 2021

Portugal and Russia are now on Germany’s list of ‘Virus Variant Areas’ because of the spread of the Delta variant of the Coronavirus there. This means passenger transport from there will be restricted. German nationals and holders of residence permits for Germany may enter the country from there, but they need PCR tests and they have to go into a 14-day quarantine which cannot be shortened, no matter how many times these persons get tested.

In Brussels, Angela Merkel warned of a fourth Corona wave. Everything had to be done to avoid it. Getting tested, keeping one’s distance and wearing masks was a small price to pay, the departing Chancellor stated. She did not rule out a reintroduction of strict anti-Corona measures in case the situation deteriorates.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 26th, 2021, 09:05 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 515
Total number of infections: 3,726,172
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 592
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 90,746
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 68
Number of vaccine doses administered: 70.5 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 52.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 34.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 5.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 6.7

June 25th, 2021

In Berlin, a Corona outbreak was reported at a primary school in the Mahlsdorf borough. A total of 15 persons, thirteen schoolkids and two teachers, tested positive for Corona just before the summer vacations commenced. This outbreak worries the authorities, also because the laboratory which is looking into the samples found indications according to which the more contagious Delta variant of the Coronavirus could be to blame here. The final results will be available next week.

In the city state of Berlin, the Seven Day Incidence increased from 6.5 on Thursday to 71.1 today. Germany’s average Incidence dropped down to 6.2.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 25th, 2021, 08:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 514
Total number of infections: 3,725,580
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 774
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 90,678
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 62
Number of vaccine doses administered: 69.5 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 52.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 33.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 6.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 7.1

June 24th, 2021

At the Berlin Bundestag, Angela Merkel says Germany was still walking on thin ice. The easing of Corona restrictions was justified with decreasing infection numbers, but caution was necessary, the departing Chancellor states. According to her, protective measures such as keeping one’s distance and wearing masks is still important in certain situations. Mrs. Merkel reiterates her promise according to which all Germans will receive a vaccination offer by the end of the summer.

In the meantime, the Delta variant of the Coronavirus has almost doubled its share in Germany within a week. Last week, it stood at 7.9 percent. Now, this variant formally known as the “Indian mutation”, because that it where it was identified first, was confirmed in 15.1 percent of all new Coronavirus infections in Germany.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 24th, 2021, 08:38 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 513
Total number of infections: 3,724,806
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,008
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 90,616
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 93
Number of vaccine doses administered: 68.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 51.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 32.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 6.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 6.5

June 23rd, 2021

Saarland and Baden-Württemberg are the only two federal states in Germany with Seven Day Incidences above 10. Out of 412 counties, 23 stand at 0. Germany’s average Incidence decreased to 7.2, meaning the numbers are still going where they are supposed to, namely down.

The city state of Berlin is getting rid of some contact restrictions outdoors. The rules will change on July 3rd, 2021. Until then, up to ten persons from up to five households may gather. Children up to 10 years of age do not count. Private outdoor events may include up to 100 participants from July 3rd. Up to 2,000 will be allowed to take part in commercial outdoor events soon. The mandatory mask rule will be eased as well.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 23rd, 2021, 08:34 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 512
Total number of infections: 3,723,798
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,016
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 90,523
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 51
Number of vaccine doses administered: 67.1 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 51.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 31.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 7.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 7.2

June 22nd, 2021

Only three of Germany’s federal states have two-digit Incidences. They are Hamburg (10.6), Baden-Württemberg and Saarland (both 11.9). The threat the Delta variant of the Coronavirus poses does not show in the numbers, at least so far. Germany’s average incidence decreased to 8.0. In the meantime, the vaccination campaign keeps on looking successful. More than half of all Germans (and residents of other nationalities) got at least one of two required vaccine shots. Almost one third are fully vaccinated.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 22nd, 2021, 06:58 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 511
Total number of infections: 3,722,782
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 455
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 90,472
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 77
Number of vaccine doses administered: 66.5 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 50.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 31.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 8.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 7.1

June 21st, 2021

Twelve out of sixteen federal states have one-digit Seven Day Incidences. With 2.2, Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania has the lowest one. Ten counties in Germany reported Incidences of zero today, meaning they hardly had any new infections in the past week.

But worries about the Delta variant of the Coronavirus continue to be expressed. Hesse’s First Minister Volker Bouffier tells the ‘Redaktionsnetzwerk Deutschland’, new contact restrictions could not be ruled out. The Delta variant would dominate Germany within a month. The MP Karl Lauterbnach said there could be outbreaks at schools. In an interview with ARD television, Health Minister Jens Spahn pleaded for as much normality as possible at schools. But he added there had to be as much safety as possible as well.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 21st, 2021, 08:16 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 510
Total number of infections: 3,722,327
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 346
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 90,395
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 10
Number of vaccine doses administered: 65.7 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 50.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 30.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 8.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 7.5

June 20th, 2021

In Germany, eight out of 412 counties report zero Incidences. Most federal states have reached one-digit Incidence levels, Five of them still have two digits. Germany’s average Incidence decreases to 8.8. The number of Corona patients who are being treated at ICUs drops down below 1,000 for the first time since last year.

Politicians and experts have one worry left, namely the Delta variant of the Coronavirus. As the situation in Britain shows, this mutation has the potential to increase the number of infections rapidly. Bavaria’s First Minister Markus Söder defends his government’s cautious Corona approach. He says the vaccination campaign needed to be sped up. Every day counted.

In Dresden, a local delta variant outbreak is causing problems. One hundred and fifty residents of an apartment block are supposed to be tested starting on Monday. Five schools were shut down, countless contact persons are in quarantine.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 20th, 2021, 08:42 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 509
Total number of infections: 3,721,981
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 842
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 90,385
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 16
Number of vaccine doses administered: 65.7 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 50.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 30.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 8.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 7.6

June 19th, 2021

For the first time since September, Germany’s Seven Day Incidence drops below 10. Only two out of 412 counties are above 50. All 16 federal states report low Incidences. Saarland and Baden-Württemberg have the highest ones. Both of them stand at 14.0. On top of it all, Germany’s vaccination campaign is making a lot of headway. Now, half of all residents got at least one of two required vaccination shots.

In spite of the positive developments, Chancellor Angela Merkel is worried. This has to do with the situation in Britain, where the Incidence more than tripled because of the spread of the Delta variant of the Coronavirus. In Berlin, Mrs. Merkel says she did not know whether full soccer stadiums in Europe were the right answer to the situation. She was referring to the ongoing European Championship and the Corona policies in some countries.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 19th, 2021, 08:55 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 508
Total number of infections: 3,721,139
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,108
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 90,369
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 99
Number of vaccine doses administered: 64.8 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 50.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 29.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 9.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 7.4

June 18th, 2021

Berlin is taking another step towards normality today. The city state’s outdoor public swimming pools are increasing their maximum number of visitors per time slot. Kindergartens are back in regular mode, meaning all kids may return. The number of individuals who may be part of public cultural events and privat festivities was increased. And the compulsory mask rule was eased. At many locations, masks are not required anymore.

Only one out of 412 counties in Germany, namely Schweinfurt, has a Seven Day Incidence above 50. And nine out of 16 federal state have one-digit incidences, including Berlin, which stands at 8.4. The “winner” is Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania with 3.2. Baden-Württemberg has the highest Incidence. This morning, it stood at 15.6.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 18th, 2021, 07:35 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 507
Total number of infections: 3,720,031
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,076
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 90,270
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 91
Number of vaccine doses administered: 63.7 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 49.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 28.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 10.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 8.4

June 17th, 2021

The Delta variant of the Coronavirus is spreading in Germany. By now, its share of all new infections increased to 6.5 percent. Experts and politicians are hoping the Corona variant first found in India will not trigger a fourth Corona wave this fall. In Britain, reopening steps were postponed because the Delta mutation made the infection numbers increase substantially.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 17th, 2021, 06:32 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 506
Total number of infections: 3,718,955
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,330
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 90,179
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 105
Number of vaccine doses administered: 62.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 48.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 27.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 11.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 10.7

June 16th, 2021

The city state Berlin has decided to change the Corona rules again. In most public areas the compulsory mask rule will not apply anymore starting on Friday, June 18th. In crowds, waiting lines, at protests, in shops and public transport, masks will still have to be worn. Outdoor dance events will be legal again with up to 250 people as long as all of them have fresh and negative Corona tests.

Brandenburg went even further. The government in Potsdam got rid of its contact restrictions for public areas outdoors, meaning people may gather with as many people as they want. Masks will have to be worn in some situations only. In Brandenburg, the changes apply from today.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 16th, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 505
Total number of infections: 3,717,625
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,455
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 90,074
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 137
Number of vaccine doses administered: 61.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 48.7
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 26.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 13.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 12.2

June 15th, 2021

The state governments in Berlin and Brandenburg were going to ease more Corona restrictions today. The number of people who may take part in events will rise. According to media reports, both states will change the compulsory mask rule too. In Berlin, masks will have to be worn on the most frequented streets between 06:00 a.m. and midnight, in shops and in public transport. At some other locations, they will not be required anymore.

All sixteen federal states now have Seven Day Incidences below 25, including Baden-Württemberg, which was the last state to get there. With 4.6, Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania has the lowest Incidence of them all. Only five out of 412 counties in Germany are above 50. The country’s hotspot is Schweinfurt county, where the Incidence stands at 80.5.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 15th, 2021, 08:25 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 504
Total number of infections: 3,716,170
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 652
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 89,937
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 93
Number of vaccine doses administered: 60.7 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 48.4
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 26.2

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 15.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 13.6

June 14th, 2021

In Germany, five federal states now have one-digit Seven Day Incidences. They are Brandenburg, Lower Saxony, Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania, Saxony-Anhalt and Schleswig-Holstein. In eight out of 412 counties, the Incidence has reached zero. Almost everywhere in the country, the infection numbers are encouraging.

That is one reason why a discussion about getting rid of the mandatory mask rule has commenced. Health Minister Jens Spahn says an incremental end to the mask was possible. In a first step, the obligation to wear masks outdoors could be lifted, Spahn said in an interview the Funke Mediengruppe. Some politicians in Berlin want to lift the compulsory mask rule completely.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 14th, 2021, 07:42 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 503
Total number of infections: 3,715,518
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 549
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 89,844
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 10
Number of vaccine doses administered: 60.1 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 48.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 25.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 16.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 15.4

June 13th, 2021

By now, more than 60 million vaccine shots have been administered in Germany. Forty-eight percent of all Germans and residents of other nationalities have received at least one of two required shots. One in four persons is now fully vaccinated. On several days this week, more than one million persons were vaccinated. The number of new infections keeps on decreasing. The main danger the government in Berlin sees right now is the Delta variant of the Coronavirus which is already spreading in Britain.

In Berlin, numerous illegal parties were celebrated at parks yet again. The police had to deal with the issue throughout this weekend. Two officers were attacked at Mauerpark. Bottles were thrown at them. legal proceedings were initiated against several people. At Hasenheide park, one big party lasted until about 6:00 a.m. this morning. Nobody followed any Corona rules.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 13th, 2021, 07:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 502
Total number of infections: 3,714,969
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,489
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 89,834
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 18
Number of vaccine doses administered: 60.1 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 48.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 25.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 17.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 15.4

June 12th, 2021

Germany will be dumping its general travel warning for many countries in the world. Starting on July 1st, warnings will apply to countries with Seven Day Incidences higher than 200 and so-called “virus variant areas” such as Brazil, Britain, India and South Africa. This step will make travelling easier during the upcoming summer vacations.

Foreign Minister Heiko Maas stated there would be more normality after months of lockdowns. This applied to travelling as well. He also said Corona had not vanished yet. Therefore, there needed to be reason and a sense of what was appropriate. Nobody would be able to say they had been surprised by the pandemic.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 12th, 2021, 08:17 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 501
Total number of infections: 3,713,480
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,911
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 89,816
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 129
Number of vaccine doses administered: 59.0 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 47.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 24.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 18.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 15.6

June 11th, 2021

Chancellor Angela Merkel discusses Corona and other subjects with the First Ministers from Germany’s federal states. Afterwards, she says the development of the infection numbers was very encouraging. At the same time, she states she was worried about the Delta variant of the Coronavirus which was spreading in Great Britain. “We are in a race with those vaccinations”, Mrs. Merkel says. According to Bavaria’s First Minister Markus Söder, it is too early to allow big public events to take place. “We should not be headless”, he warns.

The infection numbers are still decreasing. Now, four out of sixteen federal states have one-digit Incidences. At the same time, the vaccination campaign is on track. On Wednesday alone, almost 1.3 million doses of vaccine were administered in Germany.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 11th, 2021, 07:41 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 500
Total number of infections: 3,711,569
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 2,440
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 89,687
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 102
Number of vaccine doses administered: 57.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 47.0
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 23.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 18.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 16.6

June 10th, 2021

In Germany, the development of the Corona situation continues to be positive. Only one federal state, Baden-Württemberg in the south-west of the country, has a Seven Day Incidence higher than 25, and only 12 out of 412 counties in Germany are above 50. Germany’s national average Incidence just dropped below 20.

There is one danger experts see: The Delta variant of the Coronavirus, formerly known as the Indian mutation, already has a share of 2.5 percent, according to the Robert Koch Institute. Whether it will dominate Germany soon, like the British Version does today, is not known.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 10th, 2021, 09:20 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 499
Total number of infections: 3,709,129
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,187
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 89,585
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 94
Number of vaccine doses administered: 56.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 46.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 22.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 19.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 20.2

June 9th, 2021

In Germany, persons who have been vaccinated against Corona will be able to get the digital Corona vaccination certificate the member states of the European Union recently decided to provide to all residents. Starting on June 14th, 2021, the certificate will be given out at pharmacies all over the country. Newly vaccinated individuals will get them at vaccination centers and doctor’s offices. The app ‘CovPass’ is required for the digital certificate.

Brandenburg intends to get rid of its Corona lockdown because of the state’s very low Seven Day Incidence. People will supposedly be allowed to enter restaurants without tests soon. Up to 10 people, no matter from how many households, will have the right to sit at one table. At primary schools, masks will not be required an more. The government in Potsdam will take the final decision early next week.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 9th, 2021, 08:06 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 498
Total number of infections: 3,705,942
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,254
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 89,491
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 107
Number of vaccine doses administered: 55.5 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 46.0
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 21.
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(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 20.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 22.6

June 8th, 2021

In several federal states, governments were going to discuss the easing of more Corona restrictions today. Saxony’s First Minister Michael Kretschmer and his cabinet intend to dump the mandatory Corona test rule in some areas. Hotels are supposed to benefit from new Corona rules as well. In Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania, Manuela Schwesig’s government wants to prepone the easing of restrictions related to sports competitions and family celebrations since its Seven Day Incidence has dropped to the one-digit range.

In Berlin, Culture Senator Klaus Lederer hinted outdoor dance events might soon be allowed. Only one out of twelve Berlin districts still has an Incidence higher than 50.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 8th, 2021, 07:37 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 497
Total number of infections: 3,702,688
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,204
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 89,385
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 140
Number of vaccine doses administered: 54.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 45.7
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 21.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 22.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 24.2

June 7th, 2021

Germany throws its Corona vaccination prioritization overboard. This means that everyone from 12 years of age may try to get a vaccination appointment. The government says patience was needed since there were not enough appointments right now. Company doctors are joining the vaccination campaign now. They were promised 700,000 doses of vaccine this week. General practitioners now fear they might receive even less vaccine than they did so far, and that their offices might be overrun.

President Frank Walter Steinmeier says the summer was coming, and Corona was hopefully leaving. In a video message, he askes the Germans to come together again after the pandemic. At the same time, he states healing the wounds Corona had caused would take a while.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 7th, 2021, 08:05 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 496
Total number of infections: 3,701,484
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,117
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 89,244
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 22
Number of vaccine doses administered: 54.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 45.4
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 20.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 24.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 26.5

June 6th, 2021

In Germany, the Corona infection numbers are dropping further. Not one federal state has a Seven Day Incidence higher than thirty. One state, Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania, is at one digit now. It stands at 8.4. Out of 412 counties in the country, only 22 reported Incidences higher than 50. With 88.4, Sonneberg, in Thuringia, has the highest one.

In the meantime, Health Minister Jens Spahn is being accused to having purchased useless protective masks in early 2020 for around 1 billion Euro (1.22 billion U.S. Dollars or 0.86 billion Pounds Sterling). According to a German media report, the Ministry intends to have those masks destroyed after it tried to give them to homeless and jobless persons. Officials said the report was simply not accurate.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 6th, 2021, 08:20 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 495
Total number of infections: 3,700,367
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 2,440
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 89,222
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 74
Number of vaccine doses administered: 54.2 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 45.4
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 20.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 24.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 26.5

June 5th, 2021

In the past weeks, Corona test centers have popped up all over Germany. The state pays them for each test they conduct. Now, the police and the prosecution have to deal with fraud cases. In North Rhine-Westphalia, at least one test center operator is behind bars, another one probably will be soon. In one case, the state was charged for 1,000 Corona tests, even though only 70 were conducted.

The next issue is the fact that some test centers do not adhere to the rules. In Berlin’s Neukölln district, seven of them were closed by the authorities, so far. At some centers, the hygiene rules were ignored. At others, unapproved tests were used. The Berlin authorities are preparing for more checks all over the city.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 5th, 2021, 08:46 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 494
Total number of infections: 3,697,927
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 2,294
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 89,148
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 122
Number of vaccine doses administered: 53.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 45.0
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 20.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 26.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 26.3

June 4th, 2021

Several federal states are opening up today. In Hamburg, restaurants may offer indoor tables to people with negative Corona test results. Sitting at outdoor tables does not require tests anymore. the same applies in Berlin. The Bavarian government in Munich will discuss reopening steps today. The south is making a lot of headway too, but in northern Germany, the number of new infections has decreased further. The nationwide Seven Day Incidence is now below 30. A month ago, it was at about 150.

Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania is welcoming tourists from other parts of Germany again. They do need negative Corona test results to enter the state though. Persons who intend to visit museums or restaurants, will need Corona rapid tests every 72 hours, in addition.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 4th, 2021, 08:33 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 493
Total number of infections: 3,695,633
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,165
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 89,026
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 86
Number of vaccine doses administered: 52.8 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 44.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 19.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 29.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 28.7

June 3rd, 2021

In Germany, the number of new Corona infections keeps on dropping. In three federal states, the Seven Day Incidence is below 20. They are Schleswig-Holstein (17.0), Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania (14.1) and Brandenburg (19.1). Two out of 412 counties in the country are still above 100, namely Emden in Lower Saxony (128.2) and Hildburghausen in Thuringia (126.6).

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 3rd, 2021, 06:50 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 492
Total number of infections: 3,692,468
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,640
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 88,940
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 166
Number of vaccine doses administered: 51.5 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 43.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 18.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 34.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 31.4

June 2nd, 2021

More than 50 million Corona vaccine doses have been administered in Germany since the vaccination campaign commenced in December of 2020. By now, 18 percent of all Germans are fully vaccinated.

Berlin and Brandenburg now have new Corona rules. Both federal states eased a number of restrictions, both a reopening their hotels on June 11th. Visiting restaurants will be a lot easer. One rule Brandenburg’s government came up with is being criticized. Persons who sit down at restaurant tables outdoors need to show negative Corona tests or vaccination certificates if the restaurant of their choice also has indoor tables. If it does not, no tests or certificates are needed.

Berlin’s reopening steps can be found here, the ones for Brandenburg here.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 2nd, 2021, 08:43 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 491
Total number of infections: 3,687,828
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,917
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 88,774
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 179
Number of vaccine doses administered: 50.5 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 43.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 18.0

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 36.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 33.0

June 1st, 2021

A court decision made the city state of Berlin rethink its Corona policy at schools. At first, the city state had planned to keep on teaching schoolkids in shifts, until the summer vacations commence on June 24th. Now, it looks like all schools will return to regular teaching as soon as next week. But nobody will be forced to go to school. The parents will likely have the right to decide whether the risk is still too big, in spite of decreasing infection numbers.

When the Berlin Senate convenes later today, it will probably take decisions about reopening the indoor parts of restaurants, fitness studios and hotels. Berlin’s center-left government intends to prepone reopening steps which had been planned for later.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: June 1st, 2021, 07:45 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 490
Total number of infections: 3,682,911
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,785
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 88,595
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 153
Number of vaccine doses administered: 49.9 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 43.0
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 17.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 35.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 33.6

May 31st, 2021

Berlin and Brandenburg are about to ease more Corona restrictions. In Berlin, the Senate was scheduled to convene on Tuesday. It is reportedly considering predating reopening steps that were supposed to be taken on June 18th. Hotels may be allowed to welcome tourists again, under conditions. For instance, they might be required not to exceed 50 percent of their capacity. Within Governing Mayor Michael Müller’s government coalition, there does not seem to be a consensus on how to proceed at Berlin’s schools, at this s.

Brandenburg has a very low Seven Day Incidence by now. It stands at 18.7. Therefore, the federal state’s government in Potsdam is considering several reopening steps at restaurants, cinemas, concert halls and theaters. Of course, strict rules will still apply. Even Brandenburg’s contact restrictions are supposed to be eased.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 31st, 2021, 08:35 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 489
Total number of infections: 3,681,126
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,978
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 88,442
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 36
Number of vaccine doses administered: 49.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 42.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 17.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 35.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 32.6

May 30th, 2021

This weekend, the Berlin Police Department had to prevent several illegal parties from continuing at parks. In the past two nights, they ended several gatherings at Hasenheide, a park in Berlin’s Neukölln district. Last night, they confiscated several portable stereos. But, whenever they ended a party, it popped up again somewhere else in the same park. Some party people attacked officers by throwing bottles at them. On Saturday, the police ended another illegal gathering of this kind at Treptower Park.

Things were even worse in Hamburg, where 1,300 people were part of an illegal party in the Schanzenviertel neighborhood. The police ordered them to disperse. Instead of going home, the crowds continued the party in the streets. Again, officers were attacked. Several arrests were made. In Stuttgart, a similar problem arose at Schlossplatz square, where 500 people gathered and attacked police officers. In all cases mentioned, hardly anyone adhered to the Corona rules and therefore endangered everyone’s health.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 30th, 2021, 08:50 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 488
Total number of infections: 3,679,148
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,852
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 88,406
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 56
Number of vaccine doses administered: 49.3 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 42.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 17.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 35.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 32.8

May 29th, 2021

Germany will remove six countries from its list of “risk areas” on May 30th, 2021. They are Bulgaria, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Poland and São Tomé and Príncipe. Two autonomous provinces in Spain, namely Cantabria and Castilla-La Mancha, will also be deleted from the list. This means entering from these countries and regions will be less complicated. But airline passengers will still have to show negative PCR test results or vaccination certificates.

In the meantime, the Corona infection numbers in Germany keep on dropping. In only two out of 412 counties, the Seven Day Incidence is still higher than 100. One single federal state, Thuringia, is still above 50.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 29th, 2021, 08:50 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 487
Total number of infections: 3,675,296
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 5,426
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 88,350
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 163
Number of vaccine doses administered: 48.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 42.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 16.4

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 37.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 36.0

May 28th, 2021

The governments of Germany’s federal states are still frustrated about the amount of vaccine they are receiving. Now that 12- to 15-year-olds are supposed to be vaccinated too, they fear the vaccination campaign might slow down. There is anger about a promise Jens Spahn’s German Conference of Health Ministers made. According to the latter, federal states that vaccinate teenagers were supposed to get additional vaccine. Now it turns out the vaccine will actually be taken from the contingent for doctor’s offices.

But the vaccination campaign is continuing, and it is making headway. More than 1 million doses of vaccine were administered on Wednesday alone, according to the latest data. Only two federal states, Baden-Württemberg and Thuringia, report Seven Day Incidences higher than 50.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 28th, 2021, 08:37 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 486
Total number of infections: 3,669,870
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 7,380
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 88,187
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 192
Number of vaccine doses administered: 47.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 41.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 15.7

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 39.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 35.0

May 27th, 2021

Only three federal states in Germany still have Seven Day Incidence levels higher than 50. In the city state of Berlin, two million residents have been vaccinated so far. Approximately 1.4 million got their first of two required shots, while 600,000 already have their second one as well.

Angela Merkel and the First Ministers from Germany’s federal states discuss vaccinations for 12- to 15-year-olds. The subject is complicated. First of all, the European Medicines Agency needs to approve the Biontech/Pfizer vaccine for the age group in question. The government is also hoping for a recommendation from Germany’s Permanent Vaccination Commission. Angela Merkel announces, the digital vaccination certificate that is supposed to make travel easier is supposed to be available in late June or early July.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 27th, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 485
Total number of infections: 3,662,490
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 6,313
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 87,995
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 269
Number of vaccine doses administered: 46.1 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 40.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 14.8

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 41.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 34.1

May 26th, 2021

The infection numbers in Germany are slumping. By now, the country’s Seven Day Incidence is below 50. The same applies to eleven out of sixteen federal states. Fifty is an important threshold, because up to this level, local health authorities can identify the sources of all new infection. There have been 2,626 of the latter in Germany in the past 24 hours. A week ago, last Wednesday the number had been above 11,000. But the number of Corona-related deaths, 270 since yesterday, is still far too high.

In the meantime, Brandenburg is opening up. The state’s Primary schools will welcome all kids on site again, starting on Monday. This step has gotten both praise and criticism. Soon, hotels in Brandenburg are supposed to open up for tourists. Even the indoor parts of restaurants might open soon.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 26th, 2021, 08:20 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 484
Total number of infections: 3,656,177
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 2,626
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 87,726
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 270
Number of vaccine doses administered: 45.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 40.4
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 14.3

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 46.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 39.3

May 25th, 2021

The Seven Day Incidence in the entire northern part of Germany, except for the tiny federal state of Bremen, is below 50. For Berlin, a level of 46.5 was reported this morning. The other northern states Schleswig-Holstein, Hamburg, Lower Saxony, Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania and Brandenburg had already stood below 50 before the Pentecost weekend. Thuringia became the last state to drop below 100.

A majority if parents in Germany now supports a return to in-person learning for their schoolkids, according to a poll conducted for the FDP parliamentary group at the Berlin Bundestag. Just above 65 of all respondents said they wanted their children to return to school, while 24.7 percent do not, even if all schools followed testing and hygiene concepts.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 25th, 2021, 06:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 483
Total number of infections: 3,653,551
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 1,911
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 87,456
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 33
Number of vaccine doses administered: 44.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 39.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 13.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind, especially after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 58.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 46.5

May 24th, 2021

Most federal states in Germany’s north now have Seven Day Incidences below 50. This applies to Schleswig-Holstein, Hamburg, Lower Saxony, Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania and Brandenburg. For now, Bremen (52.0) and Berlin (55.9) are the only states up there that stick out. All other states stand between 50 and 100, including Thuringia, which was the last state to drop down below 100. It happened today.

The numbers justify the reopening of restaurants, museums and non-essential shops in many federal states. In Berlin, it took people two days to realize the outdoor tables of restaurants, pubs and cafès actually opened. On Sunday, they did order meals and drinks at those establishments, for the first time since November. In neighboring Brandenburg, where restaurants opened as well, people seem to have been more cautious at first.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 24th, 2021, 06:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 482
Total number of infections: 3,651,640
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 2,682
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 87,423
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 43
Number of vaccine doses administered: 44.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 39.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 13.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 62.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 55.9

May 23rd, 2021

Germany intends to make sure families who visit their relatives in Turkey and Balkan countries this summer do not import Corona infections to Germany when they return. This is what happened in the summer of 2020, when half of all new infections accumulated that way. Health Minister Jens Spahn tells the ‘Bild am Sonntag’ weekly, the government was going to talk to Turkey and other countries about Corona tests at their borders. In the same interview, he states the Incidence needed to drop down to 20 as a precondition for an easing of many restrictions in summer.

One out of sixteen federal states, Thuringia, is still above 100 today. One country, Memmingen in Bavaria, stands above 200. Five federal states, namely, Schleswig-Holstein, Hamburg, Lower Saxony, Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania and Brandenburg have Incidences below 50. Germany’s national Incidence dropped slightly.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 23rd, 2021, 08:16 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 481
Total number of infections: 3,648,958
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 6,714
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 87,380
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 82
Number of vaccine doses administered: 44.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 39.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 13.6

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 64.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 55.5

May 22nd, 2021

Germany restricts entry from Great Britain and Northern Ireland because of the Coronavirus variant B.1.617.2 which is spreading there. This mutation is also known as the Indian Corona variant, because that is where it was identified first. From the perspective of Germany, Britain is now a ‘Virus Variant Area’. Only German citizens and holders of residence permits may enter the Federal Republic from there until further notice. All of them have to go into quarantine for 14 days. No exceptions.

Angela Merkel tells the nation to be careful. As long as people acted responsibly in spite of the easing of Corona restrictions in many federal states, the Germany would probably not have to discuss closing everything down again, the Chancellor said. She announced Germany would give 30 million doses of Corona vaccine to poor countries.

Police in Berlin try to prevent Corona deniers from staging protests that were forbidden beforehand.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 22nd, 2021, 08:20 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 480
Total number of infections: 3,642,244
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 7,082
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 87,298
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 170
Number of vaccine doses administered: 43.5 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 39.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 13.1

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 66.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 56.1

May 21st, 2021

A step towards normality was going to be taken in Berlin today. Restaurants, pubs and cafés may reopen their outdoor tables, for the first time in seven months. The owners will have to enforce many rules. Visitors need to show negative Corona tests, up to five people from up to two households may sit at a table. Children up to 14 years of age, vaccinated persons and former Corona patients do not count. The moment people get up from their table, they have to wear masks.

Berlin’s state-owned museums are reopening today as well. Restrictions apply here too. Eleven public outdoor swimming pools are opening. Sightseeing tours on boats and in buses are allowed again, but the target group, tourists, are not allowed to stay at the German capital’s hotels yet. This is supposed to change in June.

In neighboring Brandenburg, restaurants are reopening as well. This applies to counties with Incidences below 100.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 21st, 2021, 08:32 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 479
Total number of infections: 3,635,162
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 8,769
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 87,128
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 226
Number of vaccine doses administered: 42.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 38.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 12.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 67.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 60.4

May 20th, 2021

The infection numbers are dropping in most of Germany. In only three out of 412 counties, one in Thuringia and two in Bavaria, the Seven Day Incidences are still above 200. One county, Schleswig-Flensburg, even has a one-digit Incidence. It stands at 9.9 today. Even though the Incidence in Berlin’s ‘Mitte’ district just rose to a level just above 100 again, the overall number for the German capital dropped down to 56.3.

The biggest danger right now is the Indian Coronavirus mutation B.1.617. In Berlin alone, 26 cases have been confirmed. Many of them are directly connected to infected persons who recently returned from India. Because Germany does not check that many Corona infections for mutations, the actual number is probably a lot higher.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 20th, 2021, 08:25 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 478
Total number of infections: 3,626,393
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,298
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 86,902
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 237
Number of vaccine doses administered: 41.5 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 38.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 11.9

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 68.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 56.3

May 19th, 2021

For the first time this year, the city state of Berlin is easing Corona restrictions today. Since midnight, the nightly curfews do not apply anymore. Cultural events of a certain size may take place outdoors. On Friday, May 21st, restaurants and cafés may reopen their outdoor tables.

On June 4th and June 18th, more rules will be eased. They include the contact restrictions. Gradually, more and more people from more and more households may gather again. What hotels are concerned, they are supposed to open for tourists two weeks later than initially planned, namely on June 18th, 2021. Restrictions will apply. For instance, they may not exceed 50 percent of their capacity.

In case Berlin’s Seven Day Incidence rises again, the reopening steps will be retracted and cancelled.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 19th, 2021, 08:25 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 477
Total number of infections: 3,614,095
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,040
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 86,665
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 284
Number of vaccine doses administered: 40.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 37.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 11.5

(Vaccination numbers provided by RKI usually lag behind)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 72.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 61.5

May 18th, 2021

The German government is getting rid of the prioritization in the ongoing vaccination campaign. Health Minister Jens Spahn says the step will be taken on June 7th. What this means is that anyone can try to get a vaccination appointment at the vaccination centers or their general practitioner’s office. In addition, company doctors and doctors who provide what Germans call “private medical care” will be included too.

With the new policy, the vaccination process will likely be accelerated further. And it might create chaos. Doctor’s associations complained the decision had been taken too early. Spahn rejected the criticism by saying the very same organizations that were complaining now had called for an end to the prioritization before.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 18th, 2021, 07:53 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 476
Total number of infections: 3,603,055
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,209
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 86,381
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 221
Number of vaccine doses administered: 40.1 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 37.0
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 11.2

(Vaccination numbers usually lag behind)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 79.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 68.6

May 17th, 2021

Even though Berlin’s Incidence increased a little, the city state is getting ready for several reopening steps. From May 19th, cultural events outdoors with up to 250 people will be allowed. On May 21st, restaurants and cafés may reopen their outdoor tables and welcome customers. Of course, Corona rules will apply. From June 4th, the Berlin Senate might let hotels accommodate tourists again, according to the ‘Tagesspiegel’ daily.

On the national level, Germany’s Incidence is stable. It stands at 83.1 and has not changed since Sunday. Three federal states, Thuringia, Saxony and Baden-Württemberg, are still above 100, two are below 50, namely Schleswig-Holstein and Hamburg. The city state of Berlin now stands at 68.8.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 17th, 2021, 07:20 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 475
Total number of infections and source: 3,598,846
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 5,412
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 86,160
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 64
Number of vaccine doses administered: 39.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 36.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 10.9

(Vaccination numbers usually lag behind)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 83.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 68.6

May 16th, 2021

In 2 percent of all new Corona infections in Germany, the Indian variant of the virus is being detected these days. The mutation also known as B.1.627.2 is more contagious than the first Coronavirus Germany fought, and than the British variant which triggered the third wave. According to experts, B.1.627.2 has the potential to cause problems.

While Germany’s vaccination campaign has been sped up even more, with up to 1.3 million administered shots per day, the first persons who got vaccinated in January might need refreshment shots in fall. Vaccinating millions who are still waiting for their first and second shots and refreshing millions of Corona vaccinations at the same time will likely prove to be a logistical nightmare.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Source: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 16th, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 474
Total number of infections and source: 3,593,434
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 8,500
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 86,096
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 71
Number of vaccine doses administered: 39.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 36.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 10.9

(Vaccination numbers usually lag behind)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 83.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 66.9

May 15th, 2021

In Germany, only three federal states, Thuringia, Saxony and Baden-Württemberg, still have Incidences above 100. The thirteen remaining states are now below this critical level, which means they will get rid of the strict ’emergency brake’ rules these days, as long as the numbers do not rise again. Germany’s Incidence dropped down to 87.3.

Several states are already working on inching back to normality. The Berlin Senate announced, cultural events at outdoor venues could take place again starting on Wednesday, May 19th. From Friday, May 21st, restaurants and cafés may reopen their outdoor tables for business. Of course, strict rules will apply. Visitors will need negative Corona tests or vaccinations. The problem is that bad weather was forecast for the Pentecost weekend. In the constant rain meteorologists are expecting, people may not really be able to enjoy their salad, dring or movie.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 15th, 2021, 07:57 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 473
Total number of infections and source: 3,584,934
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 7,894
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 86,025
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 177
Number of vaccine doses administered: 38.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 35.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 10.
6
(Vaccination numbers usually lag behind)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 87.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 67.3

May 14th, 2021

For the first time since March 20th, Germany’s Seven Day Incidence drops below 100. Nine out of sixteen federal states have two-digit incidences. Obviously, the situation is improving and the third wave has been broken. As long as there is no new Corona mutation which does not react to vaccines, more improvement is expected.

The city state of Berlin is getting rid of its prioritization for vaccinations. This policy change applies to vaccinations administered by general practitioners and company doctors only and will be valid from Monday, May 17th. At Berlin’s vaccination centers, only persons who belong to the priority groups 1 to 3 will get appointments. Doctors in Berlin are complaining. They believe the Senate is opening the gate too early and fear their office’s will be overcrowded.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 14th, 2021, 07:42 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 472
Total number of infections and source: 3,577,040
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,336
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 85,848
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 190
Number of vaccine doses administered: 36.8 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 34.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 10.0

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 96.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 71.5

May 13th, 2021

Germany has new rules for travelers who enter Germany. Fully vaccinated persons and cured individuals who had COVID-19 up to six months ago do not need to show Corona test results or go into quarantines anymore, unless they have recently been to a “virus variant area” such as Brazil, India or South Africa. In the latter case, even vaccinated travelers need to go into a two-week quarantine immediately. The new rule applies starting today.

“CovPass”, the new and digital European vaccination passport, reportedly will be available on time for the summer vacations. It shows whether or not the holder has been fully vaccinated against Corona. Corona test results can be entered as well. The digital vaccination passport is supposed to facilitate traveling and simplify work for border guards and other officials in Europe.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 13th, 2021, 08:20 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 471
Total number of infections and source: 3,565,704
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 17,419
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 85,658
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 278
Number of vaccine doses administered: 36.8 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 34.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 10.0

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 103.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 83.4

May 12th, 2021

Hamburg just got rid of its nightly curfews along with the rest of the strict ’emergency brake’ rules which are part of Germany’s Infection Protection Act. Since the infection numbers in the country’s second-largest city are decreasing, more restrictions are supposed to be eased.

The same applies in Berlin and Brandenburg. In the German capital, Governing Mayor Michael Müller just announced the city’s kindergartens would reopen for everyone on Monday. At this stage, they are in emergency mode. On May 21st, both Berlin and Brandenburg intend to reopen the outdoor parts of their restaurants. Brandenburg is also allowing overnight stays at holiday homes and camping grounds again.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 12th, 2021, 08:05 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 470
Total number of infections and source: 3,548,285
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 14,909
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 85,380
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 268
Number of vaccine doses administered: 35.7 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 33.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 9.6

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 107.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 86.0

May 11th, 2021

Germany’s Interior Minister Horst Seehofer is infected with Corona. According to his spokesman, the 71-year-old is in quarantine at his home. On Monday, he did not have any symptoms. At this stage, it is unclear whether colleagues, staff members or other people Seehofer works with were infected as well.

The infection numbers in Germany keep on decreasing. Since Berlin’s Incidence just dropped below 100 again, the city state might let restaurants reopen their outdoor tables for the Pentecost weekend in two weeks from now. Governing Mayor Michael Müller intends to take this step if the numbers remain stable. On May 19th, Berlin could lose its strict ’emergency brake’ rules, including the nightly curfews that are included.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 11th, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 469
Total number of infections and source: 3,533,376
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 6,125
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 85,112
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 283
Number of vaccine doses administered: 35.1 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 32.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 9.4

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 115.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 93.7

May 10th, 2021

The Seven Day Incidence in Berlin is above 100 again. On Monday morning, it stood at 100.8. This development has implications for the German capital. Its Senate was going to get rid of the ’emergency brake’ rules, including those nightly curfews, on Friday. Now that Berlin is back above 100, the city state is forced to keep them, at least for now. According to Germany’s amended Infection Protection Act, the ’emergency brake’ disappears once the Incidence in a county or city is below 100 for five consecutive business days.

In two more federal states, Rhineland-Palatinate and Bremen, hopes for an easing of restrictions might soon evaporate as well. In both cases, the Incidences rose to levels above 99. The national Incidence rose slightly. It now stands at 119.1.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 10th, 2021, 07:07 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 468
Total number of infections and source: 3,527,251
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 6,922
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 84,829
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 54
Number of vaccine doses administered: 34.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 32.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 9.1

(Updates on vaccinations delayed after weekends)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 119.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 100.8

May 9th, 2021

Now, eight out of sixteen federal states in Germany got their Seven Day Incidences down below 100. They are Schleswig-Holstein, Hamburg, Bremen, Lower Saxony, Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania, Brandenburg, Berlin and Rhineland-Palatinate.

The Berlin Senate is already preparing a reopening of the outdoor parts of the city’s restaurants for people with negative Corona tests, persons who were vaccinated or those who had COVID-19 between 28 days and six months prior to their visit. Cultural events might be possible soon as well. But there is a problem: Berlin’s Incidence just rose again. It stands at 99.6.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 9th, 2021, 07:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 467
Total number of infections and source: 3,520,329
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,656
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 84,775
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 127
Number of vaccine doses administered: 34.4 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 32.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 9.1

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 118.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 99.6

May 8th, 2021

Now that the Bundesrat has approved the new regulation according to which vaccinated persons and former Corona patients are being granted more rights, it kicks in on Sunday. Those who got their second shot at least 15 days ago and persons who tested positive to Corona between 28 days and six months ago, do not need to go into quarantine anymore, unless they enter Germany from a ‘Corona Variant Country’ like India, Brazil or South Africa. Curfews do not apply to them anymore. Nor do some other rules.

Berlin and other states in the northern part of Germany are preparing to get rid of the strict ’emergency brake’ rules, after their Incidence levels dropped down below 100.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 8th, 2021, 07:50 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 466
Total number of infections and source: 3,507,673
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 15,685
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 84,648
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 238
Number of vaccine doses administered: 33.6 million
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 31.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 8.8

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 121.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 97.0

May 7th, 2021

Germany’s vaccination campaign is in full swing. More than 1 million persons got their shots on Wednesday. So far, more than 30 percent of all Germans and residents of other nationalities at least got the first of two required shots, while 8.6 received the second one as well.

Six federal states in Germany now have Incidence levels below 100. They are Schleswig-Holstein, Hamburg, Lower Saxony, Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania, Berlin and Brandenburg. The city states Berlin and Hamburg will lose their strict ’emergency brake’ rules, including those nightly curfews, within days, if the trend does not reverse itself again.

According to Health Minister Jens Spahn, the European Medicines Agency might approve the Biontech/Pfizer vaccine for kids from 12 to 15 years of age as soon as next month. Germany’s federal states are already preparing to offer vaccinations to this age group.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 7th, 2021, 08:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 465
Total number of infections and source: 3,491,988
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 18,485
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 84,410
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 284
Number of vaccine doses administered: 32,596,999
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 30.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 8.6

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 125.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 98.6

May 6th, 2021

The Bundestag was going to approve a new Corona regulation today. Angela Merkel’s government wants to return some basic rights to vaccinated individuals and former Corona patients who are cured. These groups are supposed to be exempt from nightly curfews and contact restrictions because they do not pose a danger to others anymore. In the case of cured individuals, it depends on how long ago they were infected. Once the Bundesrat approves the regulation as well, it could be put in place within days.

Health Minister Spahn announces on WDR television, he wanted to get rid of the prioritization for the AstraZeneca vaccine. This would mean that anyone could be vaccinated with this product, no matter what their age is. A decision might be taken this week.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 6th, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 464
Total number of infections and source: 3,473,503
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 21,953
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 84,126
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 250
Number of vaccine doses administered: 31,468,712
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 29.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 8.3

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 129.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 103.7

May 5th, 2021

The lower the infection numbers drop, the more federal states in Germany announce cautious reopening steps. In Bavaria, the nightly curfews will not apply to vaccinated persons anymore, starting tomorrow. On Monday, restaurants in counties with Incidences below 100 may open their outdoor tables to guests with negative Corona tests. Other states are planning similar approaches, while some have not announced anything because they fear the yo-yo effect.

Germany’s Incidence Number just dropped down to 132.8. Out of 412 counties in the Federal Republic, 117 are now below 100. Whether the second Corona summer will be as easy as the first one remains to be seen.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 5th, 2021, 08:26 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 463
Total number of infections and source: 3,451,550
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 18,034
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 83,876
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 285
Number of vaccine doses administered: 30,623,902
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 28.7
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 8.1

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 132.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 111.2

May 4th, 2021

In Berlin, the authorities are offering Corona vaccination to refugees. Mobile teams started visiting refugee accommodations on Friday. Because many migrants have doubts regarding vaccinations, information videos in 15 languages were produced. Doctors and social workers are involved in the awareness campaign as well. According to the Berlin Senate, refugees are among the most vulnerable groups in regard to Corona.

In Cologne, a similar vaccination campaign in Chorweiler, a deprived area, was just started. Mobile vaccinations centers offer the adult residents shots on the spot, no matter their age.

The number of new infections in Germany is dropping. Some 7,500 of them were registered in the past 24 hours, which is about 3,500 less than last Tuesday. The country’s Incidence Number is decreasing too.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 4th, 2021, 08:20 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 462
Total number of infections and source: 3,433,516
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 7,534
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 83,591
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 315
Number of vaccine doses administered: 30,147,919
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 28.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 8.0

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 141.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 121.7

May 3rd, 2021

Three federal states in Germany are now below the Incidence level of 100. Two to three more might get there soon, if the number of new infections keeps on decreasing. Intensive care physicians are expecting the tense situations at Germany’s ICU to improve within a week. For the Interdisciplinary Association for Intensive Car Medicine, its President Gernot Marx tells the ‘Rheinische Post’ daily, Germany’s ’emergency brake’ law had saved many lives.

The federal government intends to give individuals who got vaccinated against COVID-19 more rights. A draft regulation might be discussed in the cabinet on Wednesday and pass both the Bundestag and the Bundesrat on Friday.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 3rd, 2021, 09:03 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 461
Total number of infections and source: 3,425,982
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,160
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 83,276
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 84
Number of vaccine doses administered: 28,774,580
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 26.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 7.7

(Vaccination data are usually delayed, especially on weekends.)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 146.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 122.9

May 2nd, 2021

A day after hundreds of Corona deniers staged yet another protest in Berlin, the numbers are in. A total of 60 participants were arrested. Again, the Corona rules were not followed. Many protesters refused to wear masks and to keep their distance. Once again, they spread conspiracy theories and denied the existence of the pandemic.

Germany starts a Corona aid mission for India. Thirteen soldiers arrive in New Delhi with 120 respirators and medication. Next week, a giant oxygen machine will be flown to New Delhi by two freighter planes owned by the German Air Force. The ‘Bundeswehr’ soldiers on site are supposed to set it up and show Indian hospital staff members how to use it.

Germany’s Corona numbers. For several days in a row, the country’s Seven Day Incidence Number decreased. It now stands at 146.5. The number of new Corona infection cases registered in the past 24 hours is 16,290, which is about 2,500 less than it was a week ago. Germany’s vaccination campaign is continuing at full throttle.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 2nd, 2021, 09:02 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 460
Total number of infections and source: 3,416,822
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 16,290
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 83,192
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 110
Number of vaccine doses administered: 28,774,580
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 26.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 7.7

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 146.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 121.0

May 1st, 2021

In Germany, the Corona situation has improved to some extent. The country’s Seven Day Incidence has been decreasing for a while now. Some experts believe is might soon be below 50. This would mean that the local health authorities could trace back all new Corona infections to their sources again. But, at this stage the Incidence is at 148.6. It might take a few weeks until it drops to less critical levels.

Two out of sixteen federal states, Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein, have Incidences below 100. Lower Saxony might drop below 100 soon as well.

In Berlin, the numbers are decreasing too. For instance, the number of Corona patients at the German capital’s hospitals stands at 684. Until recently, it was above 700. Two hundred thirty-five of those patients are still connected to respirators, a few less than a week ago.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: May 1st, 2021, 08:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 459
Total number of infections and source: 3,400,532
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 18,935
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 83,082
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 232
Number of vaccine doses administered: 28,774,580
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 26.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 7.7

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 148.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 126.1

April 30th, 2021

Germany’s federal government wants to give vaccinated persons and former Corona patients some of their rights back. The Justice Ministry in Berlin is working on a draft regulation which is being discussed right now. Next week, it could be approved by the cabinet. Until May 28th, the latest, both the Bundestag and the Bundesrat are supposed to vote on it. Those affected will not need Corona tests anymore when they enter shops, they will not need to go into quarantine when they enter Germany from certain countries and nightly curfews will not apply to them anymore.

On Wednesday, Germany broke its own vaccination record, when more than 1 million persons got their shot within one single day.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 30th, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 458
Total number of infections and source: 3,381,597
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 24,329
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 82,850
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 306
Number of vaccine doses administered: 27,803,779
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 25.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 7.5

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 153.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 130.2

April 29th, 2021

In Germany, one in four persons has been vaccinated against Corona at least once. This is a big success, considering the kind of slow start the country’s vaccination campaign had. The total number of doses administered exceeds 26 million by now, while the average number of vaccination shots administered per day is 516,000. Statistically, six Germans and residents of other nationalities are being vaccinated per second. The percentage of persons in Germany that have received both required vaccination shots is 7.4.

The so-called British Corona variant B.1.1.7 is dominating Germany, while the share of other mutants, including the South African (B.1.351) and Brazilian one (P.1) is below 1 percent. In 22 cases, infections with the Indian Corona mutant B.1.617 were confirmed.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 29th, 2021, 08:17 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 457
Total number of infections and source: 3,357,268
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 24,736
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 82,544
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 264
Number of vaccine doses administered: 26,634,961
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 24.7
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 7.4

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 154.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 134.0

April 28th, 2021

Only days after Germany’s new ’emergency brake’ law kicked in, the city state of Berlin already took its own approach on rules that are supposed to apply to all cities and counties with incidences above 100. For instance, the contact restrictions are different. In most of Germany, members of one household may meet up to one person who lives at another location. This applies to both indoor and outdoor meetings. In Berlin, up to five persons from up to two households may gather outdoors. In some ways, Berlin’s rules are stricter than they are supposed to be.

Both Bavaria and Berlin are already giving vaccinated individuals more rights. They do not need to take Corona tests anymore when they want to shop or go to the hairdresser.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 28th, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 456
Total number of infections and source: 3,332,532
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 22,231
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 82,280
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 312
Number of vaccine doses administered: 25,892,613
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 23.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 7.3

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 160.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 136.5

April 27th, 2021

The German party FDP, which calls itself “liberal”, announces it will take a case against the nightly curfews in counties with high incidences, and the contact restrictions, to the Federal Constitutional Court. For a year now, the FDP has tried to benefit from criticizing the government’s anti-Corona policies in a media-effective way.

Armin Laschet, the conservative CDU’s candidate for Chancellor and First Minister of North Rhine-Westphalia, says the light at the end of the tunnel was now brighter than it had before. For weeks, the government had worked on getting to this situation. Laschet also said thoughtfulness was required, because some people, including vaccinated persons, would have more rights than others.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 27th, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 455
Total number of infections and source: 3,310,301
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,976
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 81,968
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 344
Number of vaccine doses administered: 25,446,941
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 23.4
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 7.2

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 167.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 137.9

April 26th, 2021

In Berlin, Angela Merkel and the First Ministers from Germany’s sixteen federal states decide to get rid of the prioritization in the ongoing Corona vaccination campaign in June. This means anyone will have the right to get vaccinated. Mrs. Merkel makes clear this does not mean everyone can be vaccinated in June. But all Germans or residents of other nationalities will be allowed to try to get a vaccination appointment.

The federal government is also working on giving vaccinated persons and former Corona patients who are cured more rights than everyone else has. According to Angela Merkel, a statutory order with corresponding rules is in the works.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 26th, 2021, 07:47 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 454
Total number of infections and source: 3,299,325
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,907
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 81,624
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 60
Number of vaccine doses administered: 24,821,527
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 22.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 7.0

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 169.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 135.4

April 25th, 2021

Angela Merkel defends the ’emergency brake’ law which kicked in on Friday at midnight. Slowing down the third wave, stopping and reversing it was the objective. Another goal was to get the number of new infections down to a level the local health authorities could deal with. Tough measures were necessary in order to be able to ease the restrictions in the foreseeable future.

Health Minister Jens Spahn is working on an entry ban for travelers from India, because of a newly identified Corona mutation there. Starting on Sunday at midnight, only Germans and persons with residence permits will be allowed to enter Germany. They will need Corona tests before they board the aircraft and have to go straight into a 14-day quarantine once they arrive in Germany.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 25th, 2021, 07:40 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 453
Total number of infections and source: 3,287,418
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 18,773
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 81,564
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 120
Number of vaccine doses administered: 24,821,527
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 22.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 7.0

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 165.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 132.6

April 24th, 2021

In all of Germany’s large cities, and in most counties, the new ’emergency brake’ rules are now in place. Most residents may not leave their homes at night, between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.. There are some exceptions. While experts have called for even stricter rules for weeks, 50 German actors have ridiculed the ’emergency brake’ in videos they uploaded. Three of them already retracted their criticism. The others were slammed by other actors and by politicians.

Soon, persons who were already vaccinated against COVID-19 might get more rights. This question and its implications will be discussed at Angela Merkel’s Corona conference on Monday, at which she will be joined by the First Ministers from all federal states. The vaccination campaign is supposed to be sped up further in the coming weeks.

There is a new worry as well, namely the dangerous Indian Coronavirus mutation. So far, 21 cases have been confirmed in Germany.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 24th, 2021, 07:45 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 452
Total number of infections and source: 3,268,645
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 23,392
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 81,444
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 286
Number of vaccine doses administered: 24,286,909
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 22.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 7.0

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 164.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 135.0

April 23rd, 2021

Now that the Bundestag and the Bundesrat have approved Angela Merkel’s amendment to the Infection Protection Act, the so-called ’emergency brake’ will kick in on Saturday. It applies to counties with Incidences above 100 only. At this stage, 345 out of 412 counties and cities in Germany are affected, or 84 percent of all counties. The ’emergency brake’ rules include a semi-curfew between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m..

According to Health Minister Jens Spahn, the prioritization for vaccinations might be cancelled in June. This would mean that all Germans and residents of other nationalities can get vaccinated, independently from their age, profession or the question whether they have pre-existing conditions or not.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 23rd, 2021, 07:32 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 451
Total number of infections and source: 3,245,253
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 27,543
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 81,158
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 265
Number of vaccine doses administered: 23,656,941
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 21.6
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 6.9

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 164.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 147.8

April 22nd, 2021

It is the Bundesrat’s turn to approve Chancellor Angela Merkel’s ’emergency brake’ law amendment, after the Bundestag did so the day before. Germany’s President Frank Walter Steinmeier was going to sign the amended Infection Protection Act afterwards. Once in place, section 28b will force counties in Germany, to follow certain rules when their Incidences exceed 100. A nightly semi-curfew is part of the ’emergency brake’.

Experts welcome the new rules. For the doctor’s association Marburger Bund, its President Suanne Johna tells the ‘Rheinische Post’ daily the law contained the right measures, but they did not go far enough and they came too late. It took Chancellor Angela Merkel four weeks to have her law amendment passed. It is a measure against Corona, but also against First Ministers who think they know better and ignore their own decisions.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 22nd, 2021, 08:37 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 450
Total number of infections and source: 3,217,710
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 29,518
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 80,893
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 259
Number of vaccine doses administered: 22,935,592
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 20.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 6.8

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 161.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 150.0

April 21st, 2021

The Bundestag was scheduled to vote on the federal government’s amendment of the Infection Protection Law today. Once approved, the so-called ’emergency brake’ law will force counties in Germany to put in place a list of restrictions if and once their Seven Day Incidence Numbers exceed 100. Chancellor Angela Merkel insists on uniform rules of this kind in all of Germany, because several federal states had ignored their own decisions when the Corona infection numbers started rising again, at the beginning of the third Corona wave.

A a large protest against the ’emergency brake’ and the government’s other Corona policies in Berlin is being ended by police, since hardly any of the 8,000 participants follow the Corona rules. There are 150 arrests. A total of 2,200 police officers from several federal states are involved.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 21st, 2021, 07:45 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 449
Total number of infections and source: 3,188,192
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 24,884
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 80,634
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 331
Number of vaccine doses administered: 22,378,776
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 20.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 6.
7
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 160.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 151.0

April 20th, 2021

The Bundestag factions of the government parties CDU, CSU and SPD change the ’emergency brake’ draft law at the last minute. This amendment to Germany’s Infection Protection Act Chancellor Angela Merkel had insisted on is supposed to pass the Bundestag on Wednesday, with the coalition parties’ majority.

While the rules for schools in the draft were tightened, other sections were attenuated. For instance, the nightly curfews included in section 28b of the law were shortened by one hour. Anyone may still take walks or go jogging at night as long as they are alone. Zoos and botanical gardens may remain open to visitors with negative Corona tests and vaccinated individuals, according to the latest version. The ’emergency brake’ rules are supposed to kick in automatically once the Seven Day Incidence a county or city exceeds 100.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 20th, 2021, 07:54 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 448
Total number of infections and source: 3,163,308
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,609
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 80,303
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 297
Number of vaccine doses administered: 21,945,707
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 19.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 6.6

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 162.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 151.0

April 19th, 2021

In several federal states within Germany, new Corona rules have now been put in place. In Berlin, a semi-curfew applies at night. People may be together alone or in pairs between 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.. FFP2 masks are required in supermarkets, other shops and in public transport. Many other rules apply as well.

In Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania, non-essential shops, museums, schools and kindergartens are closed again. Tourists may not enter the federal states. Those who are already there and reside in other states have to leave.

Brandenburg now has curfews between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. which apply in counties with Seven Day Incidences above 100. Schools and kindergartens close in counties that are above 200. All counties in Brandenburg have Incidences above 100, except for Potsdam, Barnim and Brandenburg an der Havel. One county, Spree-Neisse, is above 200.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 19th, 2021, 06:52 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 447
Total number of infections and source: 3,153,699
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,437
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 80,006
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 92
Number of vaccine doses administered: 21,332,342
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 19.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 6.5

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 165.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 150.9

April 18th, 2021

Germany’s vaccination campaign is continuing at high speed. Far more than half a million vaccine doses were administered on Friday, in this country of 83 million people. Well over 19 percent of all inhabitants have been vaccinated at least once, 6.5. percent got both required doses.

In Stuttgart, police dispersed crowds of conspiracy theorists who staged illegal protests in Stuttgart. Their rallies had been banned in advanced. Most of the Corona deniers who staged protests anyway neither wore masks nor did they keep their required distance.

Germany commemorates the 79,914 people who have died of COVID-19 since the pandemic commenced. President Frank Walter Steinmeier holds a speech at the main commemoration event in Berlin.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 18th, 2021, 07:56 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 446
Total number of infections and source: 3,142,262
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 19,185
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 79,914
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 67
Number of vaccine doses administered: 21,332,342
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 19.1
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 6.5

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 162.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 152.4

April 17th, 2021

Because of rising Corona infection numbers, the federal state of Brandenburg just announced nightly curfews. Starting next week, they will apply in counties with Incidences of 100 or higher. Only three out of 20 counties are below the threshold right now. In counties that stand above 200, schools and kindergartens will be closed.

Located further north, Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania is throwing out all tourists from other federal states. By Friday, even owners of holiday apartments at the Baltic Sea beaches or elsewhere in Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania have to leave, unless they live in the state. This applies to campers and boat owners as well. At this stage, Mecklenburg is the only state with travel and entry rules this strict. Similar measures had been taken by several federal states during the first two Corona waves last year.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 17th, 2021, 09:18 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 445
Total number of infections and source: 3,123,077
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 23,804
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 79,847
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 219
Number of vaccine doses administered: 20,744,105
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 18.5
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 6.
4
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 160.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 158.6

April 16th, 2021

At the Bundestag, Angela Merkel defends her ’emergency brake’. The latter is an amendment to Germany’s Infection Protection Act. The measures listed include nightly curfews, a closure of all non-essential shops and all cultural establishments, as well as tightened contact restrictions in counties with high Incidences. Merkel says the situation was “very serious”. The third wave and its rapid increase of infections needed to be stopped by both the state and the federal states. To Angela Merkel, the ’emergency brake’ is “overdue”. Parts of the opposition slam her Corona policies.

According to the Robert Koch Institute, both the number of new infections and that of Corona-related deaths remain high. But so do the vaccination numbers. Germany hit another record on Wednesday, by administering as many as 738,501 vaccine doses.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 16th, 2021, 08:26 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 444
Total number of infections and source: 3,099,273
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 25,831
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 79,628
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 247
Number of vaccine doses administered: 20,049,936
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 17.8
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 6.
3
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 160.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 151.4

April 15th, 2021

Germany’s Robert Koch Institute (RKI) just reported more than 29,000 new Corona infections within the past 24 hours. It is the highest number since January 8th, 2021. Two weeks after Easter, the numbers released by the RKI now include the cases that were reported later because of the holidays.

In the meantime, the country is accelerating its Corona vaccination campaign substantially. Almost 17 percent of all Germans and other residents have been vaccinated at least once, 6.2 percent have gotten both required vaccinations. At this stage, more than 500,000 doses are being administered every day, also because tens of thousands general practitioners were included in the process. Soon, Germany can speed up its vaccination campaign even more, when Biontech and Pfizer provide an additional 9 million doses, on top of the deliveries that had already been announced.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 15th, 2021, 06:37 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 443
Total number of infections and source: 3,073,442
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 29,426
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 79,381
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 293
Number of vaccine doses administered: 19,244,464
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 16.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 6.
2
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 160.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 140.8

April 14th, 2021

The Berlin Senate prolongs the existing Corona rules until May 9th, 2021, and adds some new ones. Starting on Saturday, persons who got both vaccination doses will have the same rights as individuals with negative Corona tests. Businesses do not have to allocate 40 square meters to each customer anymore.

Now that Angela Merkel’s cabinet has approved an amendment to the Infection Protection Act which contains an automatic ’emergency brake’ for counties with Incidences higher than 100, some First Ministers criticize it. Berlin’s Governing Mayor Müller does not like the nightly curfews that are part of it. Others say there might be legal issues, and the proportionality needed to be looked into.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 14th, 2021, 08:25 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 442
Total number of infections and source: 3,044,016
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 21,693
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 79,088
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 342
Number of vaccine doses administered: 18,684,873
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 16.3
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 6.
2
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 153.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 127.6

April 13th, 2021

Angela Merkel wants to get her “emergency brake” approved in her cabinet today. Afterwards, she intends to push it through the Bundestag and Bundesrat. It is an amendment to Germany’s Infection Protection Act. Section 28b would force counties to implement strict measures when their Incidence Number exceeds 100. Those include closing everything down, tight contact restrictions and nightly curfews. But the measures are being criticized. Some First Ministers are not ready to approve certain details.

In the meantime, Germany’s Incidence is increasing. Experts fear the German health system could be overburdened this time unless strict measures are implemented right now.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 13th, 2021, 07:55 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 441
Total number of infections and source: 3,022,323
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,810
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 78,746
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 294
Number of vaccine doses administered: 18,231,747
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 15.9
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 6.1

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 140.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 115.4

April 12th, 2021

In Germany, the total number of Corona infections since the crisis began just passed the 3 million mark. Just days after the Easter holidays, during which less new infections were reported, the numbers are generally on the rise again. Except for Schleswig-Holstein, all federal states have Incidence Numbers above 100. Thuringia and Saxony are even above 200. In the Saarland, where First Minister Tobias Hans had announced the reopening of all retail businesses and even cinemas, the Incidence is climbing as well. It stands at 117.6.

This week, the government fractions might push an amendment of the Infection Protection Act through the Bundestag. This would give the government the right to put in place stricter anti-Corona measures in counties with Incidences above 100. The Seven Day Incidence Number shows how many new infections there have been per 100,000 inhabitants in the past seven days. It says a lot about the tendency in a country, state or region.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 12th, 2021, 07:49 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 440
Total number of infections and source: 3,011,513
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 13,245
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 78,452
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 99
Number of vaccine doses administered: 17,580,596
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 15.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 5.9

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 136.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 114.1

April 11th, 2021

Professor Christian Karagiannidis of the organization ‘Divi Intensivregister’ says the occupancy rate in intensive care units at Germany’s hospitals is now higher than it has ever been before in this crisis. He demands immediate action and says even if there was a strict lockdown, it would take another 10 to 14 days until the number of ICU patients would stop increasing.

As predicted by experts, the number of new Corona infections is on the rise again after the Easter holidays during which many cases were not reported. But so is the number of vaccinated residents in Germany. So far, more than 15 percent of them received at least one vaccination dose, 5.9 percent got both. The vaccination campaign was just accelerated, when GPs became part of it.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 11th, 2021, 07:52 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 439
Total number of infections and source: 2,998,268
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 17,855
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 78,353
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 104
Number of vaccine doses administered: 17,580,596
Percentage of residents who got at least one dose: 15.2
Percentage of residents with complete vaccinations: 5.9

Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 129.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 118.0

April 10th, 2021

As the infection numbers keep on rising, the Chancellery is working on an amendment of Germany’s Infection Protection Act. In a draft prepared by the Chancellery, which the ‘Welt’ daily reports about, the so-called “emergency brake” is stricter than the original one, which the First Ministers had approved at their latest Corona conference with Angela Merkel. For instance, it includes even tighter contact restrictions. Mrs. Merkel wants the federal government to control things in counties with Seven Day Incidences higher than 100.

Professor Lothar Wieler, the head of the Robert Koch Institute, warns every day that passed without action would cost lives. He demands a nationwide, strict lockdown for two to four weeks. So far, most First Ministers have largely ignored demands of this kind.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 10th, 2021, 07:32 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 438
Total number of infections and source: 2,980,413
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 24,097
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 78,249
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 246
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 120.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 102.3

April 9th, 2021

The number of new Corona infections reaches its highest level since January 8th, when the second wave was at its peak. Experts had predicted a big increase of cases after Easter. During the holidays, less reporting had been done. The alarming increase has already led to an increasing number of Corona patients at hospitals, including their ICUs. At some German hospitals, the numbers are already critical. The only good news is that the number of Corona vaccination doses that are being administered in Germany per day is increasing too, because general practitioners are now involved.

In the meantime, the argument between the First Ministers in Germany’s federal states is continuing. The next Corona conference with Chancellor Angela Merkel which they were supposed to attend on Monday might be postponed for that reason. There is no consensus on the approach Germany should be taking in the fight against Corona.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 9th, 2021, 06:55 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 437
Total number of infections and source: 2,956,316
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 25,464
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 78,003
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 296
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 110.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 100.7

April 8th, 2021

According to the ‘Bild’ tabloid, both Angela Merkel and the Bundestag fraction of her conservative party CDU are looking into changing the Infection Protection Act. The change they want would give the federal government the right to force counties anywhere in Germany to implement stricter measures when their infection numbers reach a certain level. For weeks, Mrs. Merkel and some First Ministers have argued about the so-called ’emergency brake’ rule which some states are not following, in spite of the fact that they agreed to it.

The infection numbers are rising substantially again after they dropped during the Easter holidays. Doctor’s offices were closed for several days, and some local health authorities did not report their Corona infection numbers. For the first time in a week, the number of new infections reported within 24 hours exceeds 20,000 again.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 8th, 2021, 07:35 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 436
Total number of infections and source: 2,930,852
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 20,407
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 77,707
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 306
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 105.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 110.5

April 7th, 2021

The endless discussion about a stricter lockdown among Germany’s First Ministers continues, but action in this direction is not being taken. North Rhine-Westphalia’s head of government Armin Laschet is being mocked for his latest statements about a “bridge lockdown”, while experts keep on demanding consistent action against the third Corona wave.

Justice Minister Christine Lambrecht wants to treat persons who have been vaccinated the same way as individuals with negative Corona tests. In an interview she says this was an important aspect for upcoming reopening rounds as well. Her colleague Jens Spahn, Germany’s Health Minister, demands a strict and uniform approach against Corona.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 7th, 2021, 07:35 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 435
Total number of infections and source: 2,910,445
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,677
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 77,401
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 298
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 110.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 120.0

April 6th, 2021

Armin Laschet, the First Minister of North Rhine-Westphalia and chairman of Angela Merkel’s conservative CDU, demanded a tight “bridge lockdown”, all of a sudden, and an immediate Corona conference in Berlin. Just days ago, Laschet had been criticized by Mrs. Merkel for refraining from implementing the “emergency brake” in his state, even though he had agreed to it at the last Corona conference. Some of his colleagues said they believed preponing the next Corona conference was useless as long as there was no mutual concept.

General practitioners in Germany are supposed to commence vaccinating their patients against Corona this week. A total of 35,000 doctor’s offices will receive 940,000 doses of vaccine. The vaccination campaign is being sped up.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 6th, 2021, 07:45 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 434
Total number of infections and source: 2,900,768
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 6,885
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 77,103
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 90
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 123.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 128.8

April 5th, 2021

In Munich, the ’emergency brake’ kicks in because of a high Corona Incidence. Shopping at non-essential stores is not allowed anymore and the contact restrictions are stricter again. In the Bavarian capital, many establishments need to close yet again. They include the zoo, the botanical garden, museums, galleries, castles and memorials. Munich’s Incidence Number had exceeded 100 for three days in a row, from March 31st to April 2nd, 2021.

During the Easter holidays, some local health authorities do not report infection numbers. Because of this aspect, the official numbers available might be lower than the actual numbers right now. For this reason, Munich’s Incidence might fall below 100 again these days. If this is the case for three consecutive days, the ’emergency brake’ needs to be released, according to the rules.

While Munich obviously follows the ’emergency brake’ rule all First Ministers had agreed to, other cities and federal states do not., or they do so in part.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 5th, 2021, 08:10 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 433
Total number of infections and source: 2,893,883
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 8,497
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 77,013
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 50
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 128.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 129.1

April 4th, 2021

The number of new infections decreases. This has to do with the fact that, during the Easter holiday, less people go to doctors and less local health authorities report new Corona cases.

Germany’s Health Minister Jens Spahn announces liberties for vaccinated persons after the third wave. They are supposed to be able to enter shops and similar businesses without tests. Also they might be exempt from quarantines. In the meantime, Interior Minister Horst Seehofer wants a federal Corona law. He criticizes some governments in federal states for not implementing rules they themselves agreed to. Those include the ’emergency brake’ that is supposed to kick in once a state’s Incidence exceeds 100.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 4th, 2021, 09:10 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 432
Total number of infections and source: 2,885,386
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,196
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 76,963
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 68
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 127.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 123.2

April 3rd, 2021

Germany’s President Frank-Walter Steinmeier criticizes both the government and the “constant doom-mongering” among people. He tells the country to pull itself together and calls on the government to come up with “comprehensible, pragmatic rules in the fight against the Corona pandemic.” Steinmeier concedes the way out of the pandemic is lo9nger than everyone had hoped for. According to the President, the Corona pandemic is holding the mirror to Germany. Its people always wanted to regulate everything, he states. At the same time, there was fear of risks, and responsibility was constantly being moved back and forth.

Chancellor Angela Merkel comments on Corona as well, in her podcast. There were “two tangible helpers” by now, she says. Both the Corona tests and the vaccinations would contribute to ending the pandemic. The month of April would bring a lot of headway in regard to the vaccinations, the Chancellor predicts.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 3rd, 2021, 09:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 431
Total number of infections and source: 2,873,190
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 18,129
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 76,895
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 120
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 131.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 138.0

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April 2nd, 2021

At the moment, the number of new Corona infections in Germany seems to be plateauing. The Robert Koch Institute reports 21,888 new cases within 24 hours. It was roughly the same number last Friday. Germany’s Incidence Number even decreased a little.

A majority of all Germans are in favor of nightly curfews, a YouGov poll shows. Some federal states already put in place that kind of measure. In Hamburg, people need a valid reason when they go outdoors between 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.. In Baden-Württemberg, the same applies in counties with high Incidence Numbers. Berlin just chose a ‘semi curfew’. At night, people may be outside on their own or in pairs.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 2nd, 2021, 08:20 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 430
Total number of infections and source: 2,855,061
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 21,888
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 76,775
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 232
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 134.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 141.6

April 1st, 2021

In Germany, doctors and politicians are demanding swift action against the Coronavirus. For the ‘Divi Intensivregister’, Professor Christian Karagiannidis tells the ‘Rheinische Post’ newspaper, the country’s ICU beds might fill up within four weeks. He demands an immediate “hard lockdown” of the kind Chancellor Angela Merkel wants.

Two First Ministers, Winfried Kretschmann from Baden-Württemberg’ and Markus Söder from Bavaria, send a letter to their 14 colleagues, in which they demand action as well. The “emergency brake” needed to the pulled right now, they say. According to the “brake”, the stricter lockdown Germany followed until a month ago should kick in once the Incidence in a state exceeds 100. This applies to thirteen out of sixteen states right now, but only few live up to their own decision.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: April 1st, 2021, 08:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 429
Total number of infections and source: 2,833,173
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 24,300
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 76,543
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 201
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 134.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 138.1

March 31st, 2021

Germany suspends the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine again, but only for people below 60 years of age. This has to do with new cases of cases of cerebral vein thrombosis. Chancellor Merkel says there had been no alternative to following a recommendation by the Permanent Vaccination Commission. Ignoring it would have meant to “swipe things under the carpet”. Health Minister Jens Spahn conceded this was a setback for the ongoing vaccination campaign.

In the meantime, the Incidence numbers for Berlin and Germany decreased a little. Brandenburg announced nightly curfews for the upcoming Easter holidays.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: March 31st, 2021, 07:32 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 428
Total number of infections and source: 2,808,873
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 17,051
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 76,342
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 249
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 132.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 142.4

March 30th, 2021

In Germany, the argument about the ’emergency brake’, meaning a stricter lockdown of the kind Angela Merkel insists on, is continuing. So far, some First Ministers in certain federal states still believe easing restrictions in the third wave is a good idea. The Chancellor had accused them of breaching a recent agreement according to which states with high Incidence Numbers automatically fall back into the stricter lockdown Germany was in from late December to early March.

In the meantime, the infection numbers are rising. All but two federal states have Incidence numbers higher than 100, one of them is even above 200. In Berlin, the Neukölln district has become the capital’s hotspot yet again, with an Incidence above 200.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: March 30th, 2021, 08:30 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 427
Total number of infections and source: 2,791,822
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,549
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 76,093
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 180
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 135.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 146.4

March 29th, 2021

While the number of Corona-related deaths is decreasing at the moment, that of new Corona infections is taking the opposite way. Germany’s Incidence just climbed to 134.4. Berlin is developing into a Corona hotspot yet again, in this third wave. Its Neukölln district is above 200 again.

In a TV interview, Angela Merkel confirms what many had thought: She believes strict measures, including an extensive lockdown, need to be taken right now. Her own people, including the First Ministers Tobias Hans and Armin Laschet did not follow the agreement in regard to the “emergency brake”, Mrs. Merkel complains. She threatens them by saying she would look into whether she could enforce strict measures by using Germany’s Infection Protection Act.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: March 29th, 2021, 09:08 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 426
Total number of infections and source: 2,782,273
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,872
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 75,913
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 43
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 134.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 143.4

March 28th, 2021

The Chancellery in Berlin and the federal states will reportedly discuss a “hard lockdown” this coming week. Since the Corona infection numbers are rising rapidly, a temporary, strict measure that will decrease the number of contacts between people substantially, is an option the government seems to be considering.

Chancellery Minister Helge Braun, who is a doctor himself, said in an interview with ‘Bild am Sonntag’, this was the most dangerous phase of the pandemic. He warned of a vaccine-resistent Corona mutant that might develop and spread. Braun said in this case, the development of a vaccine and the vaccinations would have to start from scratch.

The infection numbers are rising at an alarming pace. Only three out of sixteen federal states reported Incidence levels below 100.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: March 28th, 2021, 08:32 a.m. CEDT
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 425
Total number of infections and source: 2,772,401
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 17,176
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 75,870
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 90
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 129.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 138.6

March 27th, 2021

Doctors and other experts are demanding an end to reopening experiments some cities and federal states intend to run, because of the rising infection numbers in the ongoing third Corona wave. They include Professor Christian Karagiannidis, the President of the German Association of Intensive Care Physicians. In an interview with the ‘Rheinische Post’ daily, he calls for an immediate “hard lockdown”.

Thirteen out of sixteen federal states have Incidence Numbers higher than 100 by now. So far, most of them are not pulling the ’emergency brake’ their heads of government agreed to at the last Corona conference with Chancellor Angela Merkel. The ’emergency brake’ rule says the rules of the old, stricter lockdown apply once a region or state exceeds 100 for three days in a row. In the city state of Berlin, the Senate will convene later today. Brandenburg is considering nightly curfews in regions with very high Incidences.

The city state of Berlin refrains from pulling the “emergency brake” even though it was approved by Chancellor Angela Merkel and all First Ministers very recently. Originally, regions or federal states with Incidences of 100 or above for three consecutive days were supposed to fall back into the old lockdown rules that applied in February. Instead, the Berlin Senate extended the mask rules and ordered companies to let more employees work from home.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: March 27th, 2021, 07:58 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 424
Total number of infections and source: 2,755,225
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 20,472
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 75,780
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 157
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 124.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 130.2

March 26th, 2021

While the infection numbers are rising rapidly, the Saarland, one of Germany’s smallest federal states, intends to reopen everything after Easter. First Minister Tobias Hans announced he wanted to try the rapid Corona test approach. This means whoever enters a restaurant, cinema, bar or other business will have to get tested on site first.

A new rule will apply to all flight passengers who intend to travel to Germany. They will have to get tested for Corona before they board the aircraft, no matter whether they are coming in from a high risk country or not.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: March 26th, 2021, 07:27 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 423
Total number of infections and source: 2,734,753
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 21,573
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 75,623
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 183
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 119.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 125.3

March 25th, 2021

The Corona infection numbers are being pushed upward by the third wave. Germany’s Incidence Number now stands at 113.3. The alarming pace at which the numbers are rising becomes evident by looking at Berlin. In the German capital, the Seven day Incidence Number jumps to 118.2. All twelve districts are above 100 by now.

Professor Lothar Wieler of the Robert Koch Institute says lockdowns were the only way to stop the third wave. This would be the case until 80 percent of the population was immune. “Until this has been achieved, we will not be safe”, Wieler stated.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: March 25th, 2021, 08:01 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 422
Total number of infections and source: 2,713,180
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 22,657
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 75,440
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 228
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 113.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 118.2

March 24th, 2021

The lockdown rules for the upcoming Easter and Passover holidays in Germany are being criticized. The main issue is that they will most likely create big crowds at supermarkets on Saturday. Chancellor Angela Merkel and the First Ministers from the federal states had decided to make all supermarkets close on Holy Thursday.

In the afternoon, Angela Merkel retracts the decision to close everything down on Holy Thursday and apologizes for what she calls a “mistake” in a short address to the nation. Minutes later, she also apologizes to the members of the Bundestag.

In the meantime, the number of new infections keeps on increasing. In the past 24 hours, 15,813 cases had to be added, 2,800 more than last Wednesday.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: March 24th, 2021, 08:17 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 421
Total number of infections and source: 2,690,523
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 15,813
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 75,212
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 248
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 108.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 102.3

March 23rd, 2021

After many hours of talks and arguments, Angela Merkel and the First Ministers come up with decisions in regard to the way ahead in the crisis. It took until the early morning hours. The lockdown is being prolonged until April 18th. The Easter holiday is supposed to become a time of resting, with a minimum of contacts. Up to five people from up to two households are allowed to gather during the holidays. Children up to 14 years of age do not count.

The federal government and the state governments are asking people not to travel. Anyone who does anyway and returns to Germany from abroad is supposed to get tested for Corona first, before boarding the plane. Testing and vaccination centers are supposed to remain open during the holidays. In counties with Incidence Numbers above 100, tightened restrictions may apply. The states decide about closures or the reopening of kindergartens and schools themselves.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: March 23rd, 2021, 07:52 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 420
Total number of infections and source: 2,674,710
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 7,485
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 74,964
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 250
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 108.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 98.6

March 22nd, 2021

Chancellor Angela Merkel and the First Ministers will discuss the Corona situation and decide about new rules in their Corona conference today. Because of the rising infection numbers, Mrs. Merkel wants to prolong the lockdown until April 18th. A draft decision paper contains strict new rules for counties or cities with Incidence Numbers higher than 100. Those contain nightly curfews. Whether those will be approved, is not known.

Because of arguments about several subjects,. the Corona conference drags on into the night.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: March 22nd, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 419
Total number of infections and source: 2,667,225
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 7,709
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 74,714
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 50
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 107.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 96.2

March 21st, 2021

The third wave is pushing up the Coronavirus infection numbers in Germany. The Incidence Number surpasses the critical level of 100. This is the case in nine out of sixteen federal states as well. According to the latest agreement between Chancellor Angela Merkel and the first Ministers, the latest easing of the Corona restrictions needs to be retracted under these circumstances.

Vice Chancellor Olaf Scholz asks all Germans to refrain from taking trips to Mallorca or Turkey during the upcoming Easter vacations, in an interview with ‘Bild am Sonntag’. The fear is that vacationers might give each other the Coronavirus and bring it back to Germany afterwards. Recently, the Foreign Ministry took Mallorca off the list of high risk destinations. This step triggered a travel frenzy.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: March 21st, 2021, 08:30 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 418
Total number of infections and source: 2,659,516
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 13,733
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 74,664
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 99
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 103.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 97.2

March 20th, 2021

In Germany, the number of new Corona infections is growing exponentially yet again. Within days, the “emergency brake” will be pulled, as Chancellor Angela Merkel announced. On Monday, when her next Corona conference is scheduled to take place, the latest easing of some Corona restrictions might be retracted.

The doctor’s association ‘Marburger Bund’ criticizes the federal and state governments. The organization’s head, Susanne Johna, tells the ‘Neue Osnabrücker Zeitung’, the “emergency brake” needed to be pulled right now. According to her, easing restrictions while the third wave was already building up was a mistake.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: March 20th, 2021, 08:10 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 417
Total number of infections and source: 2,645,783
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 16,033
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 74,565
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 207
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 99.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 101.3

March 19th, 2021

The Corona numbers Germany’s Robert Koch Institute has published in the past days convey a clear message: The third Corona wave everyone talked about has arrived. Again, more than 17,000 new infections were registered within 24 hours. Germany’s Incidence Number is approaching the 100 mark in big steps. Six federal states have already reached it.

Now that the AstraZeneca vaccine was reinstated after the European Medicines Agency approved the product again, Germany intends to get its vaccination campaign up to speed.

At a “vaccination summit“, Chancellor Angela Merkel and the First Ministers decide to go for a “two-pillar vaccination strategy”. What this means is that the vaccination centers all over Germany will continue vaccinating people. At the same time, general practitioners will have the opportunity to vaccinate their patients, starting after Easter.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: March 19th, 2021, 08:10 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 416
Total number of infections and source: 2,629,750
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 17,482
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 74,356
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 226
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 95.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 97.6

March 18th, 2021

In Berlin, the latest Corona infection numbers do not look good. For a while, things had improved. All twelve districts had dropped out of the critical zone. Now, five of them have Incidence Numbers above 100. The entire city is moving towards 100. It stood at 94.8 on Thursday morning. At this stage, 603 Corona patients are being treated at Berlin’s hospitals, far less than recently, when around 2,000 of them were hospitalized.

Criticism regarding the latest Corona rules is now coming from the federal government itself. Interior Minister Horst Seehofer told the ‘Münchner Merkur’ daily, the rules were too complicated. His ‘boss’, Chancellor Angela Merkel, was part of the Corona conference in which the rules were made.

In the meantime, the Robert Koch Institute withheld the latest Corona numbers yet again this morning. With a big delay, alarming numbers were released. More than 17,000 new Corona infections were recorded within 24 hours.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)
Date and Time: March 18th, 2021, 10:13 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 415
Total number of infections and source: 2,612,268
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 17,505
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 74,132
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 227
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 90
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 94.8

March 17th, 2021

Germany is about to receive hundreds of thousands of AstraZeneca vaccine doses, in spite of the fact that the country just suspended the use of this product. Armin Laschet, the new chairman of the conservative CDU, says in an interview with the ARD, the vaccine campaign needed to be sped up. At a “vaccination summit” on Friday, all relevant questions connected to the subject are supposed to be discussed.

The number of new infections in the past 24 hours is 13,435, more than 4,000 more than last Wednesday. In the past days, the Incidence Number has been increasing as well. The City State of Berlin, where the Incidence jumped to 91.3, just canceled the easing of more Corona restrictions.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 17th, 2021, 07:21 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 414
Total number of infections and source: 2,594,764 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 13,435
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 73,905 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 249
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 88.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 91.3

March 16th, 2021

The suspension of all vaccinations with the vaccine made by AstraZeneca is causing resultant problems. And it leads to criticism. The President of the German Medical Association, Frank-Ulrich Montgomery, tells the ‘Redaktionsnetzwerk Deutschland’, according to the studies he knew about, the frequency of cerebral vein thrombosis cases in the AstraZeneca groups and the placebo groups had been more or less the same.

It is unclear what will happen to persons who already got their first of two required shots with the AstraZeneca product. Whether and how the suspension will affect the government’s statement, according to which all adults in Germany will receive a “vaccination offer” by September 21st, cannot be answered right now either.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 16th, 2021, 08:15 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 413
Total number of infections and source: 2,581,329 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 5,480
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 73,656 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 238
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 83.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 75.1

March 15th, 2021

Just like the Robert Koch Institute in Berlin predicted, the Corona infection numbers keep on climbing. If the trend continues, the old, stricter lockdown rules will kick in again within ten days. Last Monday, Germany’s Incidence Number was 68.0. Now it stands at 82.9. The number of new Corona infections within 24 hours is 6,604 or about 1,600 higher than a week ago.

In Hamburg, First Minister Peter Tschentscher and others commemorated the city state’s Corona victims during a ceremony at Ohlsdorf Cemetery that included Christian, Jewish and Muslim prayers. They laid down white flowers for those who died.

Germany suspends the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine against Corona. Health Minister Jens Spahn says the government was following a recommendation by the Paul Ehrlich Institute. Several countries suspended vaccinations with the AstraZeneca product a few days before Germany did.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 15th, 2021, 08:15 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 412
Total number of infections and source: 2,575,849 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 6,604
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 73,418 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 47
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 82.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 73.6

March 14th, 2021

The Robert Koch Institute (RKI) believes the Corona infection numbers will rise substantially in the next few weeks. According to a new prognosis, the spread of the Coronavirus variant B.1.1.7 will lead to extremely high numbers by April 12th, 2021. The experts believe the Incidence Number for Germany might reach levels between 200 and 500. So far, it has never exceeded 200.

Professor Lothar Wieler, the RKI’s President, asked people to keep on adhering to the Corona rules. In the third wave, the “curve” needed to be kept “as flat as possible”, Wieler stated. It would still take some time until a majority of the population would be vaccinated.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 14th, 2021, 12:27 p.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 411
Total number of infections and source: 2,569,245 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,790
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 73,371 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 70
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 79.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 70.2

March 13th, 2021

In Germany, the infection numbers are not moving in the direction they are supposed to. The 12,674 new Corona infections the Robert Koch Institute reported for the past 24 hours are alarming. A week ago, the number of new cases had been 3,000 lower.´The SPD’s Karl Lauterbach, a health expert, warns of a third wave in the ‘Augsburger Allgemeine’ daily. He indirectly criticizes the recent easing of Corona rules at a time when the numbers were already increasing.

In the meantime, Germany’s new commissioner for vaccines, Christoph Krupp, tells the ‘Funke Mediengruppe’ the country intended to supply itself with vaccine starting in 2022. According to him, a task force is already working on a concept that will make it happen. Krupp also wants the vaccine production to be monitored. That way, delays and other issues are supposed to be avoided.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 13th, 2021, 08:28 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 410
Total number of infections and source: 2,558,455 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,674
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 73,301 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 239
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 76.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 65.8

March 12th, 2021

While non-essential retail businesses are reopening in Germany, the Robert Koch Institute keeps on reporting increasing infection numbers. Within the past 24 hours, 12,834 new Corona cases were registered, 2,254 cases more than last Friday. Also the Incidence Number increased yet again.

What those shops are concerned, at least some federal states do not seem to know exactly what they are doing. For instance, the Berlin Senate wants people to follow the new “Click & Meet’ rule, meaning they have to set up an appointment at the shop, online or on the phone, before they go there. At the same time the Senate Administration for Commerce says appointments may be set up on site. But, even though they do not really seem to know their own rules, they intend to fine business owners who do not follow them.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 12th, 2021, 08:48 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 409
Total number of infections and source: 2,545,781 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,834
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 73,062 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 252
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 72.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 59.8

March 11th, 2021

According to Professor Lothar Wieler, Germany is in the third Corona wave. The President of the Robert Koch Institute in Berlin says so in a meeting with members of an association of journalists in Geneva. He states there was a race between the ongoing vaccination campaign and the mutating Coronavirus.

The Robert Koch Institute reports the highest number of new Coronavirus infections within a day since January 28th, Within 24 hours, 14,356 new cases need to be added to the list. Germany’s Seven Day Incidence Number jumps up to 69.1, from 65.4 on Wednesday.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 11th, 2021, 08:12 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 408
Total number of infections and source: 2,532,947 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 14,356
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 72,810 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 321
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 69.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 57.9

March 10th, 2021

The city state of Berlin keeps on setting up Corona test centers. More than 20,000 Berliners already have appointments at twelve centers, one for each of the German capital’s districts. In these cases, appointments are needed. At four more centers, Corona tests are being done without appointments.

Now the Senate announced there would be even more test centers, at five hospitals, namely Vivantes Clinic Spandau,
Vivantes Clinic Prenzlauer Berg, Vivantes Wenckebach Clinic Tempelhof, Hospital Havelhöhe Kladow and Queen Elisabeth Hospital Herzberge Lichtenberg. When exactly those centers will be opened is unclear, at this stage.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 10th, 2021, 08:15 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 407
Total number of infections and source: 2,518,591 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,146
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 72,489 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 300
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 65.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 59.6

March 9th, 2021

Germany is trying to get back to the old reality it was used to until early 2020. In Berlin, the step towards normality was taken one day late, because of a holiday that was observed on Monday. Non-essential shops may now reopen, but they have to give out appointments. More retails businesses were added to the list of essential stores.

Grades four to six may return to school. So may kindergarten kids. Museums, galleries, driving, boating and flying schools are reopening too. But they need to follow strict rules.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 9th, 2021, 09:00 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 406
Total number of infections and source: 2,509,445 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,252
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 72,189 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 255
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 67.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 70.5

March 8th, 2021

In Germany, a lot more people are supposed to be tested for Corona. Some federal states are setting up test centers. The city state of Berlin has one in each of its twelve districts, and four additional ones, in which residents can get tested for Corona infections free of charge up to once a week. Follow-up tests, should they become necessary, are free as well.

A discussion about holiday trips during the upcoming Easter vacations has commenced in Germany. Schleswig-Holstein’s First Minister Daniel Günther told the ‘Rheinische Post’ daily, if the situation did not change dramatically, his federal state would reopen its hotels. There was no reason why tourists should not be in hotels or holiday apartments if they had negative Corona test results.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 8th, 2021, 07:30 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 405
Total number of infections and source: 2,505,193 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 5,011
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 71,934 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 34
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 68.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 69.0

March 7th, 2021

The total number of Corona infection cases in Germany, since the pandemic hit the country 404 days ago, exceeds 2.5 million. The exact number is 2,500,182 this morning. These days, the number of new infections per day is rising slowly. So is the Seven Day Incidence Number for Germany.

In Berlin, supermarkets started selling rapid Corona tests for home use, but hardly any customers, who stood in long waiting lines on Friday, got any. The tests were sold out in minutes. In the meantime, eased Corona rules are now valid in Berlin. In the rest of Germany, they kick in on Monday.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 7th, 2021, 08:12 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 404
Total number of infections and source: 2,500,182 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 8,103
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 71,900 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 96
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 66.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 68.2

March 6th, 2021

According to Germany’s Permanent Vaccination Commission, the lack of vaccine will soon be overcome. Its chairman Thomas Mertens tells the ‘Augsburger Allgemeine’ daily, in the second and third quarter of 2021, there would be more vaccine than the vaccination centers would be able to use. Mertens says he understood people’s frustration about the “vaccination management” in Germany.

In the meantime, Chancellery Minister Helge Braun, says all Corona restrictions might be lifted in summer. He tells the ‘Funke Mediengruppe’, this would happen if the vaccine manufacturers kept their delivery promises and in case there was no Corona mutation that endangered the “vaccination success” Germany was working on.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 6th, 2021, 08:28 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 403
Total number of infections and source: 2,492,079 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,557
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 71,804 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 300
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 65.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 69.7

March 5th, 2021

Berlin adopts the new Corona rules. For instance, the means retail businesses may soon open, under certain conditions. The city state makes one change though: Outdoor sports activities for kids in groups of up to 20 will be allowed again. The age limit for participants in Berlin is 12, while it is 14 in the rest of Germany.

The Berlin Senate also announces a Corona aid package for self-employed individuals and small companies. Its volume is half a billion Euro (0.6 billion U.S. Dollars or 0.43 billion Pounds Sterling). People who work in the cultural field are supposed to be supported too, with an additional 36.5 million Euro (43.6 million Dollars or 31.4 million Pounds).

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 5th, 2021, 07:52 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 402
Total number of infections and source: 2,482,522 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,580
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 71,504 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 264
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 65.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 70.5

March 4th, 2021

Germany’s federal states intend to adopt the new Corona strategy in different ways. Baden-Württemberg intends to be cautious, just like Bavaria. Later today, the Berlin Senate will discuss the question what the new plan should look like in the city state. Hamburg’s First Minister Peter Tschentscher said he was sceptical, but his city state would likely adopt the decisions taken in the Corona conference.

In Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania, First Minister Manuela Schwesig did not waste any time. Early this morning, she announced retail businesses could open for customers with appointments on March 8th. Saxony-Anhalt intends to allow the reopening of more businesses in counties with low Incidence Numbers.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 4th, 2021, 07:30 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 401
Total number of infections and source: 2,471,942 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,912
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 71,240 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 359
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 64.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 61.8

March 3rd, 2021

Four hundred days after the first Corona infection was reported in Germany, Chancellor Angela Merkel and her colleagues from the federal states hold another Corona conference. After nine hours of discussions, they come up with a complicated list of “reopening steps”. Part of the strategy, in which a reopening of businesses was linked to Incidence Numbers below 35, or at least below 50, is being thrown overboard.

After her Corona conference, Mrs. Merkel says Germany was entering a “new phase” in the pandemic.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 3rd, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 400
Total number of infections and source: 2,460,030 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,019
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 70,881 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 418
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 64.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 62.8

March 2nd, 2021

A day before Angela Merkel’s next Corona conference, several aspects related to the pandemic are being discussed in Germany. One of them is the priority list for vaccinations. While Bavaria is starting to have police officers vaccinated, the SPD at the Berlin Bundestag opposes any changes to the vaccination strategy.

In the meantime, election campaign statements are beginning to mix with the debate about the way to go in the Corona crisis. Chancellor Merkel’s own coalition partner is now criticizing her approach. The SPD’s co-chairman Norbert Walter-Borjans told the ‘Augsburger Allgemeine’ daily, Germany had a head of government who “lacks a lot what the coordination of the crisis is concerned”.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 2nd, 2021, 08:39 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 399
Total number of infections and source: 2,451,011 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,943
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 70,463 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 358
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 65.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 62.7

March 1st, 2021

In Germany, some 80,000 hairdressers and barbershops may reopen their businesses today. But they are the only ones. Since this has to do with “dignity” and personal hygiene, the decision to put hairdressers back in business was taken at the last Corona conference with Chancellor Angela Merkel and the First Ministers.

The next Corona conference is scheduled to take place on Wednesday. A cautious easing of some Corona restrictions seems to be on the agenda. The decision is difficult, also because the infection numbers are rising again.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: March 1st, 2021, 08:39 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 398
Total number of infections and source: 2,447,068 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,732
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 70,105 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 60
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 65.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 67.6

February 28th, 2021

Professor Christian Drosten, the chief virologist at Berlin’s Charité hospital says the third Corona wave had already begun in Germany. He told the ‘Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung’ daily, since the newly discovered Coronavirus mutations had spread quickly, the same would likely happen in Germany. But Drosten said he believed the ongoing vaccination campaign would decrease the number of Corona-related deaths.

Three days ahead of Angela Merkel’s next Corona conference, during which the Chancellor and the First Ministers will take decisions about the way ahead in the Corona lockdown, the infection numbers are increasing, slowly but steadily.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 28th, 2021, 06:25 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 397
Total number of infections and source: 2,442,336 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 7,890
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 70,045 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 157
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 63.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 65.3

February 27th, 2021

Chancellor Angela Merkel and the First Ministers might ease some Corona restrictions this coming week. The availability of quick Corona tests and the (slow) progress of Germany’s vaccination campaign are good arguments for more freedom. On the other hand, the numbers seem to be rising again. Will this development change the government’s plans?

Thuringia continues to be the only federal state with an Incidence Number above 100. Baden-Württemberg is the only one below 50.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 27th, 2021, 07:35 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 396
Total number of infections and source: 2,434,446 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,762
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 69,888 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 369
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 63.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 61.8

February 26th, 2021

Five days ahead of the next Corona conference with Angela Merkel, Bavaria’s First Minister Markus Söder tells the ‘Redaktionsnetzwerk Deutschland’ he favored easing restrictions, but “with reason and caution”. It is unclear whether more retail businesses will reopen in March or what other steps might be taken.

Austria’s Chancellor Sebastian Kurz harshly criticizes Berlin for its border closures in an interview with the ‘Münchner Merkur’ daily. In Germany, the border closure policy depended on the cardinal direction, he says.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 26th, 2021, 09:35 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 395
Total number of infections and source: 2,424,684 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,997
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 69,519 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 394
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 62.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 52.5

February 25th, 2021

The Corona infection numbers in Germany rise again. Close to 12,000 new cases are being reported within the past 24 hours, the Seven Day Incidence in the country increases as well. At the same time, easing restrictions and taking summer vacation trips to destinations abroad are being discussed.

Germany’s Tourism Commissioner Thomas Bareiss (Bareiß) tells ‘Bild’, he was optimistic most Germans would be vaccinated by the summer. Therefore, summer vacations would be possible. The matter of vaccination certificates will be discussed at the E.U. summit. A European standard would likely help the tourism sector.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 25th, 2021, 09:15 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 394
Total number of infections and source: 2,414,687 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,869
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 69,125 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 385
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 61.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 54.9

February 24th, 2021

The federal states develop different reopening strategies again. Brandenburg will reopen flower and gardening shops, tree nurseries and garden centers on Monday. The Senate in neighboring Berlin decided to wait because of the “very difficult intermediary phase”, as Culture Senator Klaus Lederer put it.

Social Affairs Senator Elke Breitenbach announced she wanted to have homeless persons vaccinated against Corona soon. AstraZeneca vaccine leftovers could be used for this purpose, she said.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 24th, 2021, 08:10 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 393
Total number of infections and source: 2,402,818 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 8,007
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 68,740 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 422
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 59.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 53.8

February 23rd, 2021

The European Commission wants Germany to explain its strict entry rules at the borders to Czechia and the Austrian Federal State of Tyrol, as well as entry bans for Slovak citizens. Germany says this was a protective measure against the new, more aggressive Coronavirus variants. But the Commission is not convinced. In a letter to the German E.U. Ambassador it says protection could be achieved by different means. Berlin has to explain its approach within two weeks.

But, as it turns out, Germany is not the only country that received a letter of this kind. The E.U. Commission does not like the approach Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Hungary and Sweden are taking either.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 23rd, 2021, 07:55 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 392
Total number of infections and source: 2,394,811 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,883
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 68,318 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 415
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 60.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 54.7

February 22nd, 2021

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence Number has been on the rise again three days in a row. Whether this is a trend reversal is not clear yet.

In the meantime, primary schools reopen in parts of Germany, including Berlin and Brandenburg. The schools are implementing several models and rules designed to prevent Coronavirus infections as much as possible. Since last year, most schools had been closed. It is unclear when and how higher grades will return.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 22nd, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 391
Total number of infections and source: 2,390,928 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,369
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 67,903 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 62
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 61.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 57.3

February 21th, 2021

The federal government in Berlin will discuss a prolongation of the closure of Germany’s borders to Czechia and the Austrian federal state of Tyrol on Monday, the ‘Funke Mediagruppe’ reports. Germany might also declare France’s Moselle ‘départment’ a ‘Virus Variant Risk Area’. This would likely trigger another border closure, this time in the west.

In Germany itself, the Seven Day Incidence Number, which shows how many people have been infected with the Coronavirus per 100,000 inhabitants in the past seven days, has been increasing again in the past days. Whether this is a trend, or if the development has to do with the spreading Corona variant B.1.1.7, cannot be answered at this point.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 21st, 2021, 08:50 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 390
Total number of infections and source: 2,386,559 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 7,676
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 67,841 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 145
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 60.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 56.3

February 20th, 2021

In Germany the share of the recently discovered, more contagious variants of the Coronavirus is on the rise. In Flensburg county, the authorities put in place harsh measures this morning, including a nightly curfew and tightened contact restrictions, because the new mutations are spreading rapidly. Neighboring Denmark closed several border crossings because of the situation.

In Germany as a whole, the number of new infections and the Seven Day Incidence Numbers rose since yesterday. For weeks, they had been dropping. Whether this has to do with the Corona mutations is unclear. The share of the latter in all new infections stood at 22.8 percent on February 8th.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 20th, 2021, 08:22 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 389
Total number of infections and source: 2,378,883 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,164
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 67,696 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 490
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 57.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 54.9

February 19th, 2021

The German government is appointing a Special Commissioner for Vaccines, according to the ‘Spiegel’ weekly. Christoph Krupp, who was running the Institute for Federal Real Estate until now, will reportedly get the job. His task will be to make sure the vaccine manufacturers get everything they need to keep their production running, or to increase it.

In Brandenburg and Berlin, the number of new Corona infections is now dropping rapidly. In six Brandenburg counties, the Seven Day Incidence Numbers have dropped down to levels below 50. Potsdam, the state capital, stands at 27.2. In Berlin, four out of twelve districts are now below 50, but the city state’s overall Incidence Number rose slightly.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 19th, 2021, 08:02 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 388
Total number of infections and source: 2,369,719 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,113
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 67,206 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 508
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 56.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 54.6

February 18th, 2021

In Flensburg, a town of 90,000 inhabitants at the Danish border, an alarming situation has developed. The so-called “British Corona variant” is spreading rapidly. For that reason, the government of the federal state of Schleswig-Holstein and the local authorities are putting in place far-reaching measures, including a nightly curfew and tightened contact restrictions.

In the meantime, there are issues with the vaccine manufactured by the Swedish-British company AstraZeneca. Many Germans who could be vaccinated with this product, among them hospital staff members, do not want it.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 18th, 2021, 08:32 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 387
Total number of infections and source: 2,360,606 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,207
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 66,698 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 534
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 57.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 53.7

February 17th, 2021

New, more aggressive Coronavirus mutants now account for 22 percent of all new infections in Germany. Health Minister Jens Spahn announces this shocking number at a press conference in Berlin.

In the CDU, Angela Merkel’s conservative party, yet another discussion about the Corona policies has erupted. Even First Ministers who were part of the decision taking processes themselves suddenly have doubts in regard to linking the reopening of businesses solely to the Seven Day Incidence Number.

In three federal states the Incidence Numbers already dropped below 50. In only one state, Thuringia, the value is still above 100. The more the numbers fall, the more calls there are for a return to normality.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 17th, 2021, 09:25 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 386
Total number of infections and source: 2,350,399 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 7,556
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 66,164 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 560
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 57.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 48.5

February 16th, 2021

The latest big discussion politicians and other Germans are involved in is about the Easter vacations in April. Chancellor Angela Merkel’s spokesman Steffen Seibert stated, the government was working on ways to make this year’s Easter holiday different, compared to last year. At the same time he said there could not be promises about an easing of restrictions for Easter. In 2020, the first lockdown had been in place during the Christian holiday.

The discussion had been triggered by Saxony’s First Minister Michael Kretschmer. During the weekend, he had told the ‘Bild am Sonntag’ publication, there could not be any Easter vacation trips this year.” For this quote, he was criticized by colleagues and tour operators.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 16th, 2021, 08:08 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 385
Total number of infections and source: 2,342,843 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,856
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 65,604 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 528
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 59
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 57.4

February 15th, 2021

In Berlin, new and more aggressive Coronavirus mutations now account for 10 percent of all new infections. The city state’s Health Senator Dilek Kalayci defends the latest lockdown prolongation because of the danger those new variants pose. At the same time, Governing Mayor Michael Müller announces a step-by-step reopening plan on national television.

Berlins Corona numbers have dropped substantially in the past weeks. In four out of twelve districts, the Seven Day Incidence Numbers are now below 50. In all of them, they are below 100. The number of Corona patients who are being treated at Berlin’s hospitals decreased a lot as well. There are less than 1,000 of them right now.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 15th, 2021, 08:20 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 384
Total number of infections and source: 2,338,987 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,426
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 65,076 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 116
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 58.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 56.8

February 14th, 2021

Germany introduces tight checks at its borders to Czechia and the Austrian federal state of Tyrol. Germans and persons with residence permits for Germany may enter. The same applies to doctors, caretakers, nurses, truck drivers and seasonal agricultural workers. Fathers who want to be present for the birth of their child may enter, as well as persons who intend to take part in funerals of direct relatives. All persons who enter Germany through those two borders need to have confirmations for Corona tests that turned out negative, and they have to go into quarantine.

Germany’s Interior Minister Horst Seehofer tells the ‘Bild am Sonntag’ weekly, persons who did not belong to the few exceptions could not enter Germany at the borders in question. According to him, the Federal Police will check everyone.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 14th, 2021, 08:05 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 383
Total number of infections and source: 2,334,561 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 6,114
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 64,960 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 218
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 57.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 57.2

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February 13th, 2021

The European Commission has criticized Germany for closing its borders to Czechia and the Austrian federal state of Tyrol. The closure will apply starting tonight. According to the Commission, the recommendations the E.U. partners had recently agreed on contained exceptions, for instance for commuters.

Germany’s Interior Minister Horst Seehofer fired back. The E.U. Commission had made “enough mistakes” in regard to the acquisition of vaccine, he told the ‘Bild’ tabloid. “The Commission should support uns, instead of putting a spokes into our wheel with its cheap hints.”

The closure of those borders has to do with the rapid spread of more aggressive variants of the Coronavirus. Germany wants to stop them at the border.

Seehofer rejects criticism from Brussels.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 13th, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 382
Total number of infections and source: 2,328,447 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 8,354
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 64,742 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 551
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 60.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 57.4

February 12th, 2021

Germany is about to extend its travel ban list. From Saturday, it will include Czechia and the Austrian federal state of Tyrol. In Berlin, the Interior Ministry intends to reintroduce stationary checks at the corresponding borders. That way, more aggressive variants of the Coronavirus are supposed to kept out of Germany.

In the meantime, officials, including mayors, police officers, firefighters and even clergymen in many parts of Germany have been vaccinated against COVID-19 even though it was not their turn yet, according to virtually all German-language media. This publication, The Berlin Spectator, had reported about a case in which seven police officers were vaccinated in Berlin in late December of 2020.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 12th, 2021, 08:05 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 381
Total number of infections and source: 2,320,093 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,860
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 64,191 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 556
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 62.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 62.9

February 11th, 2021

A day after Angela Merkel’s Corona conference, she defended the prolongation of the ongoing Corona lockdown until March 7th and the other decisions that were taken. The Chancellor said the recently discovered Corona mutants were dangerous. The goal was to make sure they did not have the room to spread. According to Mrs. Merkel, the new virus variants have the potential to “destroy the success” Germany had in the fight against corona right now.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 11th, 2021, 08:16 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 380
Total number of infections and source: 2,310,233 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,237
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 63,635 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 666
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 64.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 64.9

February 10th, 2021

Chancellor Angela Merkel and the First Ministers prolong the lockdown until March 7th, 2021. Barbershops may open from March 1st. The next “opening step” is supposed to be taken once Germany’s Seven Day Incidence Number drops down to 35. It is at 76 right now. The federal states will decide about the reopening of kindergartens and schools themselves. Some are open already.

Mrs. Merkel says the new Coronavirus mutation was “a reality”. In late January, 5.7 percent of all new infections had caught the “British variant” of the virus. The Chancellor warned the mutations needed to be fought. For that purpose, the Corona numbers needed to be as low as possible.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 10th, 2021, 07:45 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 379
Total number of infections and source: 2,299,996 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 8,072
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 62,969 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 813
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 68.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 64.9

February 9th, 2021

A day ahead of Chancellor Angela Merkel’s next Corona conference, many opinions are being shared in Germany. Some want all schools to open right now, others want them to remain closed or partially closed. The vaccination strategy is also being discussed.

For the opposition party FDP, its head Christian Lindner demanded a perspective for a reopening of “social life.” Keeping parts of the economy and Germany’s society closed was not good enough as a national effort against Corona, he stated. The extremist right-wing AfD’s chairman Jörg Meuthen said people we tired of the “Merkel Söder lockdown”.

At tomorrow’s conference, Mrs. Merkel and the First Ministers from the capitals of Germany’s sixteen federal states will likely prolong the lockdown by two weeks. But they might also change some restrictions.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 9th, 2021, 09:12 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 378
Total number of infections and source: 2,291,924* (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 3,379*
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 62,156* (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 481*
(*North Rhine-Westphalia not included, data not received)
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 72.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 71.1

February 8th, 2021

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence Number increased slightly since Sunday. But the number of new Corona infections within 24 hours is lower than it has been on a Monday morning in quite a while. What the federal states are concerned, only four out of sixteen of them have Incidence Numbers higher than 100.

In all likelihood, the ongoing Corona lockdown will be prolonged anyway. Chancellor Angela Merkel and the First Ministers from the states are scheduled to meet for their Corona conference on Wednesday.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 8th, 2021, 08:30 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 377
Total number of infections and source: 2,288,545 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 4,535
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 61,675 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 158
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 76.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 70.5

February 7th, 2021

Ahead of Chancellor Angela Merkel’s next Corona conference on Wednesday, more and more politicians in Berlin and the capitals of Germany’s federal states say it was too early for easing restrictions.

The First Minister of Baden-Württemberg, Winfried Kretschmann, told the ‘Tagesspiegel’ daily, the Incidence Number would have to drop well below 50 before any Corona restrictions could be lifted. Germany’s Commerce Minister Peter Altmaier said regions with low Incidence Numbers would possibly be able to ease some restrictions soon. He told ‘Bild am Sonntag’ he hoped for open restaurants for Easter.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 7th, 2021, 09:10 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 376
Total number of infections and source: 2,284,010 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 8,616
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 61,517 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 231
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 75.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 70.1

February 6th, 2021

In summer, there might finally be a Corona vaccine for children, according to Germany’s Health Minister Jens Spahn. Especially children with pre-existing conditions need to be vaccinated. The three vaccines available in the European Union right now were approved from 16 years of age (Biontech’s product) and from 18 (Moderna and Astra Zeneca).

In spite of the decreasing Corona infection numbers in Germany, the ongoing lockdown will probably be prolonged until the end of the month. Several heads of government in the country’s federal states, including Berlin’s Governing Mayor Michael Müller, have said this was not the time for discussions about easing restrictions.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 6th, 2021, 07:40 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 375
Total number of infections and source: 2,275,394 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,485
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 61,286 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 689
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 77.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 74.4

February 5th, 2021

In Berlin, the Corona situation has improved substantially. The number of Corona patients in the city’s hospitals has decreased. The same applies to the number of new Corona infections. All twelve districts now have Seven Day Incidence Numbers below 100. If this trend continues, the local health authorities might be able to trace all infection cases back to their sources soon. Just a few weeks ago, Berlin used to be one of Germany’s Corona hotspots.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 5th, 2021, 09:12 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 374
Total number of infections and source: 2,264,909 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,908
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 60,597 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 855
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 79.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 76.5

February 4th, 2021

The government in Berlin will provide data on the spread of the new, more dangerous Coronavirus mutants in Germany early next week. Chancellor Angela Merkel and the First Ministers from the provinces and city states intend to take important decisions next Wednesday, for instance on the lockdown. They need more clarity on the more contagious Corona variants in order to be able to do so.

One thing is certain: Both the British and the South African mutants have spread in Germany. The question is to what extent this happened.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 4th, 2021, 09:25 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 373
Total number of infections and source: 2,252,001 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 14,211
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 59,742 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 786
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 80.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 80.6

February 3rd, 2021

Germany’s armed forces, the Bundeswehr, are sending a team of doctors and caretakers to Portugal today, where the health system is collapsing. Many Corona patients cannot be treated anymore.

In Germany itself, the number of new Corona infections keeps on decreasing along with the country’s Seven Day Incidence Number. But the number of Corona-related deaths continues to be high. Almost 1,000 Corona patients died in the past 24 hours.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 3rd, 2021, 08:58 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 372
Total number of infections and source: 2,237,790 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,705
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 58,956 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 975
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 82.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 84.8

February 2nd, 2021

In spite of the Vaccination Summit, Health Minister Jens Spahn does not see any quick improvement regarding the lack of vaccine Germany is facing. He tells the ARD news broadcast ‘Tagesthemen’, several tough weeks were ahead. Things could not be sped up, not even with money. The Minister says he expected an improvement in the second quarter of 2021.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 2nd, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 371
Total number of infections and source: 2,228,085 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 6,114
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 57,981 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 861
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 90.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 84.8

February 1st, 2021

Germany is about to amend its Corona vaccination regulation. Because the Astra Zeneca vaccine, which will be delivered starting this week, is being recommended for persons up to 64 years of age, more hospital staff members, caretakers and other high risk groups will be vaccinated at this point in time.

Due to all the criticism the government is confronted with because of the lack of vaccine, Health Minister Jens Spahn tells ZDF television, the virus was the enemy. Blaming each other was not helpful.

At a Vaccination Summit, Chancellor Angela Merkel, the First Ministers and representatives for vaccine manufacturers discuss the main issue, namely the lack of vaccine in Germany. Afterwards, Mrs. Merkel announces a ‘national vaccination plan’ and reiterates a promise: Everyone in Germany, apart from the country’s 9 million children, will receive a “vaccination offer” by September 21st, 2021.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: February 1st, 2021, 10:00 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 370
Total number of infections and source: 2,221,971 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 5,608
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 57,120 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 175
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 90.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 83.8

January 31st, 2021

Germany is discussing the low volume of vaccine deliveries it has to deal with right now. E.U. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was going to get into the subject in talks with the manufacturers today.

Tomorrow, a Vaccine Summit is scheduled to take place. Chancellor Angela Merkel and the First Ministers from Germany’s federal states will take part in the video conference. So will Health Minister Jens Spahn and representatives of several vaccine manufacturers. Whether the vaccine deliveries can be increased by discussing this European problem on a national level is unclear.

In the meantime, Germany’s Seven day Incidence Number keeps on dropping.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 31st, 2021, 9:36 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 369
Total number of infections and source: 2,216,363 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,192
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 56,945 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 399
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 90.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 86.4

January 30th, 2021

Germany puts in place an entry ban from travelers from seven countries with high numbers of Corona mutation infection cases. The Berlin government tabulates the countries of the world into four categories. Most countries are ‘Risk Areas’.

Interior Minister Horst Seehofer defends the “drastic measure” by saying it was “absolutely necessary”.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 30th, 2021, 9:30 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 368
Total number of infections and source: 2,205,171 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,321
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 56,546 (RKI)
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 794
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 90.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 90.9

January 29th, 2021

While the number of new Coronavirus infections is constantly dropping by now, there are still far too many Corona-related deaths.

Germany fears the situation might escalate again because of those new Corona variants. In the federal state of Baden-Württemberg alone, as many as 115 Corona mutant infections have been confirmed. At the Airbus factory in Hamburg, seven employees are infected with B.1.1.7.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 29th, 2021, 9:05 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 367
Total number of infections and source: 2,192,850 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 14,022 (RKI)
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 55,752
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 839
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 94.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 95.3

January 28th, 2021

Germany’s Interior Minister Horst Seehofer confirms the government is preparing an entry ban for travelers from countries that are affected by spreading Coronavirus mutants in large numbers. This is the case in countries like Britain, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Brazil and South Africa. At this stage, several ministries in Berlin are discussing the kind of exceptions that should be made. The ban could be put in place as early as next week.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 28th, 2021, 10:05 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 366
Total number of infections and source: 2,178,828 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 17,553 (RKI)
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 54,913
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 941
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 98.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 101.2

January 27th, 2021

More infections with new, more contagious variants of the Coronavirus are being confirmed in Bavaria, where hospitals needed to be closed as a result, and in Bremen.

Angela Merkel demands a fair distribution of vaccines, including to poorer countries. She offers self-criticism by saying processes in Germany were too slow and there were issues with the digitization in some areas.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 27th, 2021, 08:40 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 365
Total number of infections and source: 2,161,279 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 13,202 (RKI)
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 53,972
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 982
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 101.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 106.8

January 26th, 2021

In Germany, the number of new Corona infections per day has not been this low in months. According to the Robert Koch Institute in Berlin, there are 6,408 new cases today. On the other hand, the number of Corona-related deaths is still very high.

On the phone, Chancellor Angela Merkel and President Joe Biden agree that in the fight against the Corona pandemic international efforts need to be stepped up.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 26th, 2021, 09:40 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 364
Total number of infections and source: 2,148,077 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 6,408 (RKI)
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 52,990
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 903
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 107.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 110.3

January 25th, 2021

The new Coronavirus variant B.1.1.7 has hit the city of Flensburg, where some cases were reported. Germany’s Chancellery Minister Helge Braun believes the new Corona mutation will spread further. In an ARD interview he says the new variant would “become the dominant form and cause problems.” Braun states the Corona mutation needed to be kept out of Germany as long as possible.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 25th, 2021, 09:40 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 363
Total number of infections and source: 2,141,665 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 6,729 (RKI)
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 52,087
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 217
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 111.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 110.3

January 24th, 2021

Germany tightens its border crossing checks because of new rules for incoming passengers and the increasing danger of infection because of new Coronavirus mutations. The federal police increased the number of officers and Frankfurt Airport and other locations.

Passengers who enter Germany from ‘High Incidence’ areas and ‘Virus Variant’ areas need to be tested for Corona before their trip, register online and go into quarantine for ten days.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 24th, 2021, 09:40 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 362
Total number of infections and source: 2,134,936 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,257 (RKI)
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 51,870
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 349
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 111.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 111.0

January 23rd, 2021

More and more high-ranking politicians in Germany are demanding an end to the lockdown in mid-February. Saxony’s First Minister Michael Kretschmer tells the ‘Welt’ publication, kindergartens and schools needed to open next month. According to him, retail businesses should follow in March.

Within the CDU’s Bundestag caucus, opposing views on the end of the lockdown are being expressed. Floor leader Ralph Brinkhaus warns schools should not reopen too early.

Michael Kretschmer. Photo: CDU Landesverband Sachsen

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 23rd, 2021, 08:15 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 361
Total number of infections and source: 2,122,679 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 16,417 (RKI)
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 51,521
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 859
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 112.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 118.9

January 22nd, 2021

The European Union increasingly worries about the new Corona variant B1.1.7 which is already spreading in Spain and Portugal. After a video summit with the E.U. heads of government and heads of state, European Council President Charles Michel says the vaccinations would have to be sped up and “very strict measures” might have to be put in place.

In Germany, the number of Corona related deaths exceeds 50,000 and that of new infections remains high.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 22nd, 2021, 08:40 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 360
Total number of infections and source: 2,106,262 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 17,862 (RKI)
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 50,642
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 879
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 115.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 128.0

January 21st, 2021

Germany’s Seven Day Incidence Number drops to its lowest level since November 1st, 2020. With 20,398, the number of new infections within 24 hours is still high, but a lot lower than a week ago. According to the Robert Koch Institute, 1,013 individuals died within the past day.

The worries about a more contagious Coronavirus variant that already spread in Britain and Ireland are increasing. Six more cases were reported in Berlin.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 21st, 2021, 09:00 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 359
Total number of infections and source: 2,088,400 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 20,398 (RKI)
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 49,783
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 1,013
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 119.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 136.6

January 20th, 2021

Germany’s Labor Minister Hubertus Heil prompted all companies in the country to let their employees work from home wherever possible. After yesterday’s Corona conference, he told ‘Bild Live’ that companies would have to identify areas in which working from home was possible. Heil announced checks on site.

Today, most federal states are expected to adopt the additional rules that were announced on Tuesday night after the Corona conference.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 20th, 2021, 07:25 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 358
Total number of infections and source: 2,068,002 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 15,974 (RKI)
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 48,770
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 1,148
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 123.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 144.2

January 19th, 2021

At 2:00 p.m. CET, another Corona conference with the Chancellor and the First Ministers commences. It lasts almost 11 hours. In the late evening, Angela Merkel announces additions to the existing Corona rules. Wearing medical masks in shops and public transport will be mandatory starting on Thursday. Schools and kindergartens remain closed. The lockdown is being prolonged until February 14th, 2021.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 19th, 2021, 08:50 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 357
Total number of infections and source: 2,052,028 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,369 (RKI)
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 47,622
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 989
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 131.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 163.3

January 18th, 2021

A day before Chancellor Angela Merkel and the First Ministers are scheduled to discuss yet another tightening of the Corona rules, comparatively low Corona numbers are being released. The Robert Koch Institute reports only 7,141 new Corona infections within 24 hours and ‘only’ 214 related deaths. It is unclear whether this is the beginning of a trend or a coincidence.

Vice Chancellor Olaf Scholz tells ‘Bild Live’ he expects the existing lockdown to be prolonged by two weeks. And he wants to put pressure on companies. They are supposed to let more employees work from home.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 18th, 2021, 08:25 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 356
Total number of infections and source: 2,040,659 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 7,141 (RKI)
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 46,633
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 214
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 134.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 160.2

January 17th, 2021

The German government intends to tighten the ongoing lockdown for the third time. Since the rules are already rather strict, there are not too many options left. What will Chancellor Angela Merkel and the First Ministers discuss?

Due to an issue with the Robert Koch Institute’s data base, some numbers are unavailable (see the box below).

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 17th, 2021, 08:40 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 355
Total number of infections and source: 2,033,518 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 13,882 (RKI)
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 46,419
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 445
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 136.0
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 164.1

January 16th, 2021

At Chancellor Angela Merkel’s Corona conference, which was just preponed to Tuesday, January 19th, 2021, curfews might be discussed. In an interview with the ‘Rheinische Post’ daily, Tobias Hans, the First Minister of Saarland, says next week’s discussions should be conducted without taboos. He states making more people work from home needed to be discussed, but also curfews.

Biontech, the German company that distributes a Corona vaccine with its American affiliate Pfizer, announces the delivery shortages it announced earlier would not last as long as anticipated at first. On January 25th, it would return to the original delivery schedule. On February 15th, the deliveries would be increased beyond the announcements that had been made so far, Biontech says.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 16th, 2021, 06:40 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 354
Total number of infections and source: 2,019,636 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 18,678
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 45,974
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 980
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 139.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 194.7

January 15th, 2021

Chancellor Angela Merkel sees the need to tighten the Corona restrictions even more. Her Corona conference with the First Ministers from all federal states was preponed to Tuesday of next week. Originally, it was supposed to take place on January 25th, 2021.

Baden-Württemberg’s First Minister Winfried Kretschmann supports Merkel’s approach. So does Professor Lothar Wieler, the head of the Robert Koch Institute.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 15th, 2021, 09:45 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 353
Total number of infections and source: 2,000,958 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 22,368
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 44,994
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 1,113
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 146.1
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 194.7

January 14th, 2021

Armin Laschet, the First Minister of North Rhine-Westphalia, is expecting a long lockdown, possibly until Easter. “The situation is serious. It would be wrong to rule out anything”, he told the ‘Kölner Stadtanzeiger’ daily. Laschet said there would be “a realistic picture” in regard to the infection numbers one which would also include the ramifications of people’s behavior during the recent Christmas holiday, on January 17th.

In Hagen, several residents of a retirement home have been infected with the Coronavirus in spite of being vaccinated, according to the ‘WAZ’ daily. The persons affected had only gotten the first of two required vaccinations before they had tested positive, a spokesperson for the city stated.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 14th, 2021, 10:10 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 352
Total number of infections and source: 1,978,590 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 25,164
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 43,881
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 1,244
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 151.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 199.2

January 13th, 2021

During a meeting, Chancellor Angela Merkel reportedly warned of newly discovered Corona mutations that are spreading in some countries. She mentioned the situation in Ireland. While number of new Coronavirus infections in Germany remains high, the government is hoping it will not explode.

The city state of Berlin updates its Corona rules. For instance, the Senate adds the ‘leash rule’ and makes childcare easier.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 13th, 2021, 10:10 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 351
Total number of infections and source: 1,953,426 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 19,600
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 41,577
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 1,060
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 155
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 199.9

January 12th, 2021

Health Minister Jens Spahn is working on enacting a new rule for passengers coming in from high risk countries. They are supposed to get tested for Corona infections before they board their flights. If Spahn gets his way, the airlines will have to check their passengers’ Corona test documents during check-in.

The new rule is supposed to apply to passengers who travel to Germany from countries that reported the spread new, more contagious Coronavirus variants and from countries with extremely high Seven Day Incidence Numbers.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 12th, 2021, 09:20 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 350
Total number of infections and source: 1,933,826 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,802
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 41,577
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 891
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 164.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 190.8

January 11th, 2021

On Tuesday, a Corona vaccine made by the American company Moderna will be delivered to Germany’s federal states. It is not known whether the pace at which vaccinations are being administered will increase immediately, now that two vaccines are available, the one by Moderna and one delivered by Biontech and Pfizer.

In spite of the alarming situation, with rising infection numbers and the spread of a new mutation of the Coronavirus, there are new demands for ending the lockdown the latest version of which was just put in place.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 11th, 2021, 09:20 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 349
Total number of infections and source: 1,921,024 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,497
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 40,686
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 343
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 166.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 186.6

January 10th, 2021

The Corona numbers in Germany are on the rise again. It is unclear whether this development had to do with trips people took for Christmas or New Year’s Eve, with the new, more contagious Coronavirus variant or with other aspects.

In Spite of the situation, four federal states will be reopening their schools for some grades tomorrow. They are Baden-Württemberg, Mecklenburg-Hither Pomerania, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia. In the latter state, the Corona numbers are among the worst in Germany.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 10th, 2021, 09:55 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 348
Total number of infections and source: 1,908,527 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 16,964
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 40,343
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 465
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 162.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 191.7

January 9th, 2021

In Germany, worries about the new Coronavirus mutation are spreading about as fast as the virus itself. The first B177 case was confirmed in Berlin, where the authorities are looking for persons the infected individual may have been in contact with before he was isolated. The Corona numbers in Berlin are increasing again right now.

With 24,694 new Corona infections within the past 24 hours. the numbers for Germany are still far too high as well. Relatively few people in Germany have been vaccinated against the virus, so far.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 9th, 2021, 08:50 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 347
Total number of infections and source: 1,891,581 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 24,694
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 39,878
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 1,083
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 153.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 171.3

January 8th, 2021

In Germany, the Corona numbers are back to where they were before Christmas. According to the Robert Koch Institute, 31,894 new infections were registered in the past 24 hours. With 1,188, the number of Corona-related deaths that were reported during the same time period is extremely high. The Seven Day Incidence Number for Germany rose again as well. On Thursday, it stood at 121.8. Now it is 136.5.

So far, 417,060 people have been vaccinated against Corona. On Wednesday, 46.332 persons were vaccinated. At this stage, the vaccination quota in Germany is 0.44 percent.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 8th, 2021, 06:30 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 346
Total number of infections and source: 1,866,887 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 31,894
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 38,795
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 1,188
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 136.5
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 139.6

January 7th, 2021

In spite of weeks of lockdowns and other measures designed to curb Corona, the number of new infections, and that of Corona-related deaths, are not decreasing. The only good sign is the slow decrease of Germany’s Seven Day Incidence Number. In the meantime, the argument about vaccines is continuing.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 7th, 2021, 09:10 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 345
Total number of infections and source: 1,835,038 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 26,391
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 37,607
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 1,070
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 121.8
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 130.6

January 6th, 2021

Just hours after Chancellor Angela Merkel announced a prolongation of the lockdown and tightened contact restrictions, the Corona numbers are rising again. In Berlin, the Robert Koch Institute reported 21,237 new infections and 1,019 Corona-related deaths. While the situation has improved in the city state of Berlin, the opposite is the case in Brandenburg province.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 6th, 2021, 08:30 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 344
Total number of infections and source: 1,801,647 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 21,237
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 36,537
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 1,019
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 127.3
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 131.8

January 5th, 2021

Chancellor Angela Merkel and the First Ministers and First Mayors from Germany’s provinces and city states extend the lockdown. For now, it will last until the end of the month.

Schools and kindergartens remain closed. The contact restrictions were tightened. And there is a new “leash rule” for Germany’s Corona hotspots.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 5th, 2021, 09:05 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 343
Total number of infections and source: 1,787,410 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 11,897
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 35,518
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 944
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 134.7
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 116.1

January 4th, 2021

More and more First Ministers in Germany, including Tobias Hans from Saarland, say there was no alternative to a prolongation of the lockdown that was put in place in mid-December. Hans said extending it was the only way to prevent a third Corona wave from hitting.

Health Minister Jens Spahn responded to harsh criticism on the amount of vaccine doses Germany had gotten. In an interview with RTL television, he said 1.3 million vaccine doses had already been delivered to the federal states. By the end of January, that number would be increased to four million.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 4th, 2021, 08:00 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 342
Total number of infections and source: 1,775,513 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 9,847
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 34,574
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 302
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 139.4
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 129.8

January 3rd, 2021

Bavaria’s First Minister Markus Söder believes the strict lockdown in Germany, which officially ends on January 10th, needs to be prolonged. In an interview with ‘Funke Mediengruppe’ he said a premature easing of the rules would throw back Germany. Söder also stated the ramifications of what had been going on during the Christmas holidays and around New Year’s Eve were not foreseeable yet.

On Tuesday, January 5th, 2021, Chancellor Angela Merkel and the First Ministers are supposed to take decisions about the ongoing lockdown. The ‘Frankfurter Allgemeine Sonntagszeitung’ weekly reports, the heads of government in Germany’s federal states had already decided to prolong the lockdown, but there was no agreement on the date on which it should end.

Health Minister Jens Spahn rejected harsh criticism in regard to Germany’s vaccination policy. He said the vaccination had begun as planned. It had been clear that there would be outages at the beginning.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 3rd, 2021, 07:15 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 341
Total number of infections and source: 1,765.666 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 10,315
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 34,272
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 312
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 139.6
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 130.7

January 2nd, 2021

Three days ahead of the next Corona conference Germany’s Chancellor Angela Merkel will conduct with the First Ministers from Germany’s sixteen federal states, hardly anyone believes the lockdown will be ended anytime soon. This applies to several doctors’ associations and the Trade association (HDE), which represents the interests of retail businesses. At this moment, the lockdown officially lasts until January 10th, 2021.

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 2nd, 2021, 07:07 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 340
Total number of infections and source: 1,755.351 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 12,690
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 33,960
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 336
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 141.2
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 127.6

January 1st, 2021

On Friday, more than 165,000 Germans were vaccinated against the Coronavirus, according to the Robert Koch Institute, almost 32,000 more than on Friday. A lack of vaccine doses is the main issue right now.

In their New Year speeches, most First Ministers in Germany discussed Corona. Berlin’s Governing Mayor Müller said the danger posed by the pandemic needed to be taken seriously and following the rules was still important. His Bavarian colleague Markus Söder made clear there was no hope for a quick end of the Corona pandemic. He called the virus “mean”. All First Ministers said the ongoing vaccinations were reason for hope.

Three hundred and thirty-nine days after the first Corona infection case was confirmed in Germany, this is the situation:

CORONA IN GERMANY NUMBERS
Sources: Robert Koch Institute (RKI)/Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Date and Time: January 1st, 2021, 10:30 a.m. CET
Days since first Corona case was confirmed in FRG: 339
Total number of infections and source: 1,742,661 (RKI)
Number of new infections in past 24 hours: 22,924 (RKI)
Total number of Corona-related deaths: 33,624
Corona-related deaths in past 24 hours: 553
Seven Day Incidence Number Germany: 141.9
Seven Day Incidence Number Berlin: 135.1

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