In the U.S we are about two weeks behind Italy and 6-12 weeks from the peak infestation. Comparing statistics with previous outbreaks is almost meaningless at this point.
It would not surprise me to see the US as one of the worst spots, due to: 1) lack of medical supplies (very few have mask to wear), 2) red tape in getting anti-Wuhan medicine approved, and 3) distaste for authoritarian rules. Lets pray this virus evolves into something less lethal and infectious, and for the quick distribution of effective medication.
actually we were two weeks away last week- so we are only a week away now...