Following an outbreak within the community, the Penticton Indian Band (PIB) has not recorded any new cases of COVID-19 in eight days.

The band害羞草研究所檚 health team conducted five tests Feb. 9 with all tests coming back negative. This is the eighth consecutive day without a positive test result for the PIB, according to a notice to the community posted to the band害羞草研究所檚 website Feb. 10.

The total number of cases within the PIB community reached 14 at one point, according to an update posted Feb. 3. The band害羞草研究所檚 chief and council issued a stay-at-home order for the entire community and closed facilities Feb. 1.

The band is now shifting its focus to reopening facilities.

害羞草研究所淲hile we are preparing to reopen, we must consider the highest standards of prevention to ensure that we can continue serving you,害羞草研究所� reads the notice to the community.

害羞草研究所淲e also remind everyone to remain vigilant and continue to follow the highest standards of safety practices and guidelines.害羞草研究所�

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