There are 34 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in connection to an outbreak at a Guelph meat packaging plant.
UFCW Local, the union representing workers at Cargill stated that two employees first tested positive for the virus last week. The union stated that they are working with the company and public health to help control and slow the spread. This includes implementing infection prevention and control inspection as well as testing all staff in the affected area of the plant.
The rising case count at the meat packaging plant comes as the region moves into the red ‘control’ zone for COVID-19 protocols. The idea is to try and reduce people’s social contact outside of their household.
Public health is reminding residents to be vigilant, practice physical distancing, and wearing a face mask.
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