The COVID-19 outbreak has overwhelmed Hong Kong. Amid much confusion, the city is in limbo as the government decides whether to lock down the entire population for mass testing. With the health system overburdened, those who get infected often have to fend for themselves, even as the death toll among the elderly continue to rise.
Despite keeping the coronavirus at bay for nearly two years, Hong Kong authorities have been unable to contain the stealth omicron variant. China has responded by sending experts and expanding help, but there are fears that Hong Kong will witness mainland-style restrictions and lockdowns of entire cities.