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However IH attributed the drop in numbers to two possible causes: cases are dropping, or people simply aren香蕉视频直播檛 getting tested.

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Earlier today, the resort announced non-local individuals were not allowed to visit the resort during the holiday season.

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On Friday, and Monday, IH tested 140 people in total. Yesterday (Dec. 17) IH was at the resort again and tested about 30. Another crew is on the mountain testing today (Dec. 18).

To date, 44 of the cases reside on Big White Mountain and 57 remain active.

Interior Health香蕉视频直播檚 chief medical officer Dr. Silvina Mema said testing is voluntary. IH is not mandating testing.

In addition to those who have symptoms, IH has also been testing people who live with those who have tested positive for the virus, even if they are asymptomatic.

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She said the lower number of positive cases, and lower number of tests could be an indicator that this cluster will be declared over soon.

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IH says transmission at the resort was likely caused by overcrowding in private accommodation.

Overcrowding, the health authority explained, is defined as more than two people staying in one room. They are currently working with landlords to educate them and put a stop to overcrowding. They could not confirm how many landlords they have spoken to.

Asked if there have been any instances of staff going to work sick, and possibly transmitting COVID-19 to guests, IH insinuated it is unlikely. Mema said the resort has safety plans in place that would prevent transmission on the mountain, including masks and sanitization.

Overall, IH sees a willingness for people to cooperate, and therefore will not be implementing extremely stringent measures at this time.

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