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3 more imported COVID-19 cases in VI; Total active cases now 6

December 14th, 2020 | Tags: COVID-19 positive test quarantine HOA Carvin Malone
Another three positive COVID-19 cases have been detected in the Virgin Islands, bringing the total active cases count to 6 since the territory reopened its borders to international visitors on December 1, 2020. Photo: Internet Source/File
Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Carvin Malone (AL), speaking during the budget debate at the Second Sitting of the Third Session of the Fourth House of Assembly today, December 14, 2020, said the persons testing positive for COVID-19 are in quarantine. Photo: YouTube
Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Carvin Malone (AL), speaking during the budget debate at the Second Sitting of the Third Session of the Fourth House of Assembly today, December 14, 2020, said the persons testing positive for COVID-19 are in quarantine. Photo: YouTube
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Another three positive COVID-19 cases have been detected in the Virgin Islands, bringing the total active cases count to 6 since the territory reopened its borders to international visitors on December 1, 2020.

This was revealed by Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Carvin Malone (AL) during the budget debate at the Second Sitting of the Third Session of the Fourth House of Assembly today, December 14, 2020.

“We have a total of six active cases when it comes to COVID-19, another three discovered between Sunday and today, Monday. Of this six, four of them were tests done on day zero, on entry,” Hon Malone said.

‘The test works’

The Health Minister gave credit to the current protocols in place for entry to the Territory, including the mandatory tests and quarantine.

“The test on arrival works,” Hon Malone said, adding that each of the positive cases were caught in the ‘quarantine corridors’.

“It works. The other two were caught at the exit of day 4. So here you have six but each of them in the quarantine space”

The Minister also reminded the public that if they see something they have to say something, noting that there have been reports of persons breaching quarantine.

35 Responses to “3 more imported COVID-19 cases in VI; Total active cases now 6”

  • okay (14/12/2020, 19:14) Like (44) Dislike (102) Reply
    U all was crying for the opening up of the boarder. This is what happen ,so live with it now
    .* BARRY SAY U WILL HEAR*
    • Border vs Boarder (14/12/2020, 20:08) Like (22) Dislike (5) Reply
      A border is a demarcation line which separates two geographic or political areas. A boarder is a lodger, someone who lives in a residence of some sort where he receives regular meals in exchange for payment. ...
    • WOWWWW (14/12/2020, 21:42) Like (5) Dislike (49) Reply
      Don’t let them island people in here because it will get worse
    • What a shame (15/12/2020, 08:46) Like (2) Dislike (4) Reply
      So many covidiots on one blog buying into this Plandemic
    • wake up (15/12/2020, 09:01) Like (6) Dislike (7) Reply
      Surprisingly, first person american to receive the vaccine is a black woman, being interviewed by another black woman, and being given by a black woman? Coincidence? Yeah right. Set-up for the minority black community. They’re definitely testing it on minority groups first.
      • Yeah But! (15/12/2020, 09:30) Like (7) Dislike (1) Reply
        What about in Britain? Not the same situation. So you wake up and stop playing the race card about a country that has nothing to do with vaccine distribution. You live in the BVI. If you don't want it... don't fking take it! I am sure no one will lose any sleep over it.
      • And if (15/12/2020, 13:01) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
        If it was a white person getting it first it would be a conspiracy against black people. Please.
        • Tan I am (15/12/2020, 13:50) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
          How can we be certain that both Groups were given tha same vaccine?
  • Servant of the Most High Eternal God in Christ Jesus (14/12/2020, 19:21) Like (23) Dislike (5) Reply
    Hon. Carvin Malone, It is my personal opinion that you are forth coming, meaning, that you are not hiding from us the info. that we need, in reference to Covid-10 updates. Thank yiu Minister. Keep up the giod work. God is taking note, so to speak, and so are some of us.
    Is us not unusual to hear the rise in Covid-19 cases. this is a part of the risk we must take. If we all follow protocal, and support each others, we will survive Covid-19 reasonable well, but not without God's protection. The choice is ours.
  • reality (14/12/2020, 19:51) Like (55) Dislike (27) Reply
    Those arriving come in contact with other passengers on the plane, the pilots, others upon arrival.

    Are their masks kept on the entire time during flight?

    Be realistic.
    • Stockholm Syndrome (14/12/2020, 20:43) Like (26) Dislike (17) Reply
      Yes!
      Flew in yesterday
      Masks were worn and social distancing respected.
      Staff at the airport testing center were very helpful and informative.
      Customs and immigration were fast and friendly.
      Tracking bracelet applied and then taxi to accommodation.
      People have to adhere to quarantine guidelines.
      Respect the rules!
      I hope they do - it is working !






      • @ Stockholm Syndrome (14/12/2020, 23:26) Like (18) Dislike (6) Reply
        Could you see in every passenger on the plane during flight?

        Could you see every passenger that did not come in on your flight to Beef Island on their previous flights before connecting to Beef Island?

        Be realistic.
  • ndp (14/12/2020, 19:54) Like (6) Dislike (9) Reply
    The chap from the 8 district would have open the floodgates
  • Hmm (14/12/2020, 20:16) Like (4) Dislike (7) Reply
    Get the companies to equaize the work whether its in your job description or not. Its not fair that some persons from the same company are working whilst some are not. Its victimisation. The work should be shared out equally. Laid off workers does not mind doing the work of another department. As long as it tge same company. We need to work. Company only calling in who they want.
  • wise up (14/12/2020, 20:20) Like (30) Dislike (3) Reply
    My question again what if these persons test negative on the 4th day goes out bars,restaurant etc and then starts to show symptoms after about 12-13 days what do we do.Look at GRENADA come on let’s protect lives here in the BVI OR ELSE I SEE A CHRISTMAS LOCK DOWN
    • @ Wise Up (14/12/2020, 23:28) Like (40) Dislike (2) Reply
      Say it again because they’re acting like their head stuck in the sand.
  • Fed Up (14/12/2020, 20:34) Like (22) Dislike (15) Reply
    When u see USA and Europe shutting down what do u ecpect ???? Opening up is not wise.
  • GG (14/12/2020, 20:46) Like (3) Dislike (9) Reply
    Only now the government going put us back on lockdown & they getting get free money again
  • GT (14/12/2020, 21:25) Like (13) Dislike (6) Reply
    They need put the quarentine to atleast 7 days at visitors expense, you want travel well pay up government cant do everything is you all want travel through all what's going on..
    • um (15/12/2020, 08:34) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
      Unfortunately the BVI need the tourist if its them you talking about, tourism is what is building the BVI economy so we need them to come in if if travel them like thats ok for us we need people who l8ke to teavel to visit our shores. OR if you are talking about residents and are saying the like to teavel remember lots of ppl leave for medical reasons not offered in the BVI its not travel they like to travel in this pandemic also it have persons who were locked out and are now trying to return.
  • pop (14/12/2020, 22:27) Like (40) Dislike (2) Reply
    @ wow lock down for what...people them in quarantine.

    @ I travel yesterday and I kept my mask on the entire time and how passenger co.e in contact with pilots?
  • Observer (14/12/2020, 22:28) Like (6) Dislike (31) Reply
    Funnyman and Marlon prefer money over health.
  • Peaches (15/12/2020, 00:14) Like (8) Dislike (3) Reply
    Why you all don't stop the foolish panicking. Are you taking care of your health?
  • Norris Turnbull (15/12/2020, 01:47) Like (4) Dislike (4) Reply
    I think some of these visitors are wilfull.
    • Huh? (15/12/2020, 07:48) Like (5) Dislike (3) Reply
      I thought visitors couldn't travel unless they had proof of testing negative for covid. How come they are coming in testing positive? Who paying for their test and quarantine here? How many more covid-infected persons can wd expect to.land here before the year ends?
  • LilyAnn (15/12/2020, 08:21) Like (7) Dislike (1) Reply
    Why is this BREAKING News ????? this was expected !!! Aint this what yall wanted?? Open Borders ????
  • Need more details (15/12/2020, 08:37) Like (1) Dislike (15) Reply
    How many of these people testing positive have symptoms? It’s common knowledge that a certain percentage of testing results are false positives. What if they already had Corona and the day 0 test is picking up residual particles? How are these people being treated? Are they being locked in a room after being invited here to spend their money? What about the rest of their group? Are they all being quarantined for their entire stay? Can we test for antibodies of the person says they had Corona and recovered? These pcr tests aren’t 100%. Remember how Elon Musk took tests at different places on the same day and got both negative and positive results. I feel bad for the people who get false positive results and vacation ruined for the entire group.
  • Dulce (15/12/2020, 08:57) Like (4) Dislike (8) Reply
    Good job. Arrival protocols is having a great measure of success.
    Thank you Gov. So far so good. Continue to do what's best according to your evaluation based on scientific an d logical input.
  • Hotel worker (15/12/2020, 09:14) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    Bring back the physical security,,,It's better and safer,,,, Keep These cases at Bay under control and off the streets,,,, The technology We depending on is useless, And can very easily be compromise, and be beaten, and I learned from people in Quarantine is that the technology don't work, always malfunction,,,,, We doing good at catching them early,,, Now we have to get serious at keeping them at Bay,, Physical security is the best way,,,,,
  • Dancing in the sunshine (15/12/2020, 10:03) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
    It is not surprising that we are experiencing an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases. What is the BVIHCA saying about it. Where is the president and the political associate who want to crucify the Premier and the government. Where is Jule and Car.....l. Things to talk this Wednesday evening.
  • Doubtful (15/12/2020, 10:46) Like (15) Dislike (0) Reply
    When we hear of Community Spread you all will realize four day quarantine is not long enough. Persons on day 5 mixing with the residents Christmas parties, Tree Lightings, and other functions and minimal social distancing. The end result will not be good as it may take at least 2 to 3 weeks for you all to realize this has occurred unless community members start getting symptoms and reporting to the hospital.


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