China is currently facing a mysterious viral outbreak that’s causing chaos in hospitals, reminiscent of the early days of COVID-19. Videos surfacing on social media capture the unsettling scenes of hospital units packed with patients wearing face masks, trying to manage the influx.

In the midst of this crisis, worried parents hold onto their ailing children while waiting in long lines at pediatric units, a sight that further underscores the severity of the situation.

There are even unverified reports suggesting that crematoriums and funeral homes are also feeling overwhelmed as a result of the viral outbreak. This raises further concern among the population.

The government’s silence on the matter, along with alarming scenes from hospitals, have led many worried citizens to draw parallels with how the COVID-19 pandemic initially unfolded in China.

According to local news, the virus in question might be the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), which typically results in mild cold symptoms. However, no official confirmation has been made about these claims.

This situation is drawing comparisons to the previous winter when China dealt with a wave of mycoplasma pneumonia cases, a condition often referred to as “white lung.” It’s generally a mild ailment.

Currently, the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that the recent outbreak appears to be tied to the regular flu. They indicate that about 30% of observed cases have tested positive for influenza, with one in seven individuals requiring hospitalization due to serious respiratory symptoms.