Nova Scotia Buzz
As of today, Jan. 2, Nova Scotia has 27 active cases of COVID-19. Thirteen new cases are being reported from Jan. 1 and today, Jan. 2.
On Jan. 1, 11 cases were reported: 10 in Central Zone and one in Northern Zone. In Central Zone, eight are close contacts of previously reported cases and two are linked to travel outside Atlantic Canada. The Northern Zone case is linked to travel outside Atlantic Canada.
On Jan. 2, two cases were reported: one in Central Zone linked to travel outside Atlantic Canada and one in Northern Zone that is under investigation.
Five of the cases reported on Jan. 1 are at Churchill Academy, a private school in Dartmouth. There were two other recent cases at the school, for a total of seven. Public health has been in contact with the school community and is arranging testing for all staff and students. The last day of school was Dec. 18 and classes are scheduled to resume Jan. 11.
“This is another reminder of how COVID-19 leaps at any chance to spread,” said Premier Stephen McNeil. “We are wrapping our arms around this school community and providing the testing and support necessary. As we start this new year, let’s remember to be vigilant about following public health protocols, and don’t forget the importance of being kind.”
The number of tests done by the Nova Scotia Health Authority’s labs is not available today. It will be updated on Jan. 4.
Since Oct. 1, there have been 410 positive COVID-19 cases and no deaths. One person is currently in hospital. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 70. Three hundred and eighty-two cases are now resolved. Cumulative cases may change as data is updated in Panorama.
“This is another reminder of how COVID-19 leaps at any chance to spread,” said Premier Stephen McNeil. “We are wrapping our arms around this school community and providing the testing and support necessary. As we start this new year, let’s remember to be vigilant about following public health protocols, and don’t forget the importance of being kind.”
Restaurants and licensed establishments in areas of Halifax Regional Municipality and Hants County can reopen for dine-in service starting Jan. 4. They must follow the provincewide restrictions, including ending service by 10 p.m. and closing by 11 p.m. They can continue takeout and delivery service with no restrictions. The Halifax casino and VLTs remain closed.
Source: Release
