And, finally tonight, an update on COVID cases affecting public institutions. The BDF has confirmed five more positive cases within its ranks. Commander Brigadier General Steven Ortega confirmed that they are at Price Barracks and rated to the first positive case which we reported a week ago. He says, quote, "This will in no way slow down operations or any other tasks being conducted or planning to be conducted. We have adjusted our measures to ensure the safety of the force..with advice from our medical team and MOH." End quote.
And, the Department of Youth Services today confirmed that one of its staff members has tested positive for COVID-19. They say the officer was in self-quarantine prior to receiving the positive results. The staff member is doing well, but will remain in quarantine until recovered. Other staff members who worked with this persons, have also been placed in quarantine and have been tested by the Ministry of Health. Their results are pending.
