It has been confirmed by the B.C. government that there is a new positive case of COVID-19.
The announcement by the Provincial Health Officer and Minister of Health comes on the same day that officials in Washington state announced that the first death from COVID-19 in the United States had happened in their jurisdiction.
The new B.C. case brings the total reported in the province to eight while three new cases in the Greater Toronto Area announced by Ontario health officials brought the total in that province to 11.
The COVID-19 outbreak is described as “rapidly evolving” but British Columbia is still in the “containment phase”.
The public is encouraged to be vigilant about preventing the spread of the disease. Washing hands, covering the face when coughing, avoiding touching your face and eyes, and staying home when sick are all important steps to take.
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