Brazil eases lockdown despite high number of COVID deaths

Authorities in Sao Paulo began easing COVID-19 restrictions on Friday.Car dealerships and some offices are allowed to open after having ir health protocols approved by city hall.

Brazil's largest city has highest number of coronavirus cases in country and a growing number of deaths, almost 5,000. manr of a car dealership, Eraldo Modesto said he was gl to reopen but is still concerned about coronavirus.

Car dealerships are allowed to open 4 hours a day and need to follow health protocols.In district of Bras, major hub for clos tring in Brazil, shops need to keep ir doors closed but found a way to deliver ir goods, with streets sellers garing on sidewalks.

Brazil has reported more than 34,000 deaths from virus so far. number is greater than Italy's total reported deaths and trails only UK and US.Experts consider actual tally is much higher, but has been under-reported due to insufficient testing.

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