Extra safety measures will be in place at next month's Newport Marathon, which will go ahead as planned despite growing fears over coronavirus.
The event's organisers Run 4 Wales says the annual run will go ahead on Sunday April 19 despite fears over the virus. So far, 19 cases in Wales have been confirmed, two of which are in Newport.
Organisers say additional measures such as extra hand-washing stations will be installed, with up to 10,000 people expected take part.
Measures will include extra hand-washing stations including hot-wash toilets, portable sink units and alcohol hand gel dispensers for runners and the public.
Those attending are also advised to avoid sharing items that come into contact with your mouth such as cups and bottles, avoid close contact with others and telling the site management team if you feel unwell.
In a statement, Run 4 Wales said it was "closely monitoring the situation" and would be guided by an emergency meeting of the UK Government's Cobra committee, which is taking place this afternoon.
The meeting could see the government escalate its plans to tackle the virus by cancelling large public events, closing schools and encouraging people to work from home.
A spokesperson from Run 4 Wales said: "Our upcoming events including the Brecon Carreg Cardiff Bay Run and ABP Newport Wales Marathon and 10K are currently expected to go ahead as planned, with extra measures designed to stem the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
"These including more hand sanitising stations and hand-washing stations for runners and members of the public.
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"We will continue to monitor updates and advice given by UK Government, World Health Organisation and other UK public bodies whilst making contingency plans should a ban on mass gatherings or events be imposed.
"We will keep runners updated on the situation and provide more details on options available, should anything change as soon as we have more information.
