Covid-19 has re-emerged in Rankin Inlet as two individuals have been confirmed to have contracted the virus, the Government of Nunavut stated on Saturday.

The infected individuals landed in the Kivalliq community on Canadian North flight 239 on Friday evening, according to the GN.

With five new cases in Iqaluit, plus three recoveries, and four existing cases in Kinngait, the territorial total has risen to 41 cases of coronavirus.

SA国际影视传媒淏oth individuals are in supported isolation and doing well,SA国际影视传媒� Dr. Michael Patterson, NunavutSA国际影视传媒檚 chief public health officer, said of the new cases in Rankin Inlet. SA国际影视传媒淭he individuals were identified as close contacts of a COVID-19 positive case only after the flight had departed Iqaluit. Fortunately, shortly after arrival in Rankin Inlet, they were located by public health staff, tested and put in isolation. The virus was transmitted in Iqaluit, but identified in Rankin Inlet. Therefore, there is very low risk to residents of Rankin Inlet at this time, but everyone there needs to continue to follow all the public health measures.SA国际影视传媒�

All those travelling from Iqaluit must isolate for 14 days upon arrival in another community. Anyone who boarded flight 239 in Rankin Inlet or Yellowknife is not considered to be at risk.

SA国际影视传媒淣unavummiut, now more than ever, I encourage everyone to strictly follow the public
health measures in place. These are vital to us limiting the spread of COVID-19 in our
territory,SA国际影视传媒� said Premier Joe Savikataaq. SA国际影视传媒淧lease do not take chances, please be responsible and please do your part to keep our communities safe. As always SA国际影视传媒� mask up, wash your hands, keep strong physical distance, stay home as much as possible, and get vaccinated. Stay safe.SA国际影视传媒�

Anyone who has reason to believe they have been exposed to COVID-19 is advised to
call the COVID-hotline at 1-888-975-8601 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. EST, or notify
their community health centre right away, and immediately isolate at home for 14 days.
Please do not go to the health centre in person