The entire nation of Italy is being locked down to combat the spread of the coronavirus.
Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte announced on Tuesday morning that all public events would be banned, including sporting events. The likes of theatres, gyms, pools and other places where people may congregate are also being ordered to close.
Movement will only be allowed if it is essential work or for emergencies.
Previously, only northern regions - where most of the cases have been recorded - were subject to restrictions in movement.
We are facing a national emergency. We chose from the beginning to take the line of truth and transparency and now we're moving with lucidity and courage, with firmness and determination," Conte told reporters after announcing the restrictions on northern Italy.
"We have to limit the spread of the virus and prevent our hospitals from being overwhelmed," he said.
The death toll in the country from the illness is 463, up 97 in the last day. The number of people with the illness is 9172. That is the most cases outside of China, where the illness originated.