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Before commenting on the rising phase of the pandemic, it is important to note the difference between the relative data, which spatial distribution varied as the weeks progressed, and the absolute data, which showed a clear polarisation in Madrid and Barcelona, as these two provinces were the main hotspots in Spain; especially Madrid. This pattern of distribution may be explained to some extent by the greater concentration of the population in these two provinces, as may have also occurred in the Basque Country (Euskadi/País Vasco). However, it was not shown with the same intensity in other areas of the country that also have a high population density, such as the Region of Valencia (Comunitat Valenciana), the Region of Murcia (Región de Murcia) and some provinces of Andalusia (Andalucía).

All variables showed an upward trend during the rising phase of the first wave of the pandemic, from 9 to 20 March 2020, despite the state of alarm declared on 14 March 2020, which led to a severe lockdown and relevant restrictions on mobility throughout the country.

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