The City of London is taking steps to make sure pedestrians and cyclists can maintain physical distance from each other while using roads and sidewalks, and especially while passing each other on bridges or in tunnels.

The new safety measures, to prevent the spread of COVID-19, come as the total number of cases reported by the Middlesex London Health Unit climbed to 113 on Saturday.

The city has closed both directions of Blackfriars Bridge and the eastbound curb lane of Kensington Bridge to vehicle traffic until further notice so that pedestrians and cyclists have more space and can maintain two metres of distance from each other.

The sidewalks on Highbury Avenue, over the railway bridges, will be dedicated to one-way flow of pedestrian traffic, with those travelling south on one side of the road and those travelling north on the other side. The city said there will be signs at the nearest intersections to let pedestrians know of the change.

There will also be signs posted at some bridges and tunnels, where pedestrians will have to stop for oncoming pedestrians and wait until the path is clear before crossing.

Parks, green space, trails and pathways are still open, but the city is reminding people they are for walk-through only.

All outdoor play structures, including playgrounds, multi-use courts and skate parks remain closed. The same applies to city-owned sport fields, golf courses, community gardens and off-leash dog parks.

The city said outdoor spaces are being actively monitored and people who don't comply with closures will face fines.

Last month, the city launched a tip line for Londoners to report any COVID-19 violations. Londoners can also report any concerns to COVIDOrderConcerns@london.ca.