Big White COVID cluster grows by 25

The Big White Mountain community COVID-19 cluster has grown by another 25 cases bringing the total identified to date is 136.

Interior Health (IH) reports that of the 136 known COVID-19 cases link to this cluster, 88 reside on Big White Mountain. There are currently 27 cases active and on isolation and 109 individuals have recovered.

“Everyone in the Big White community is reminded to avoid social gatherings and that socialization must be limited to immediate household bubbles. Please follow public health guidance such as physical distancing, washing your hands regularly and wearing a mask,” IH stated in a media release.

The health authority indicates that the risk remains low for families and individuals visiting Big White Mountain who follow public health guidance. In other words, it is safe to go to Big White when you stick to your immediate household bubble and avoid socializing and gathering, etc.

IH is continuing outreach COVID-19 testing throughout the Big White community and environmental public health inspections.

The next update on this outbreak will be Friday, Jan. 8.

COVID-19 tests can be booked online at https://interiorhealthcovid.secureform.ca/index.php or by phone at 1-877-740-7747.