"Although the current risk level is low, the ministry of health has instructed relevant agencies to take precautionary measures and maintain continuous surveillance to prevent potential risks," a spokesman for the department said.

Speculation about a potential lockdown is rife across China, with those living in the north-eastern parts of the country being urged to stockpile canned foods and antibiotics.

Uh ....low risk huh? Stockpile canned foods.....

it shows Chinese know something on this that stays hidden for the West.