Pandemic Response System Moves To “Restricted” For Prairie Mountain Health
Manitoba’s public health officials have elevated the #RestartMB Pandemic Response System level for the Prairie Mountain Health region to Restricted (orange) effective immediately, with new measures being put in place help slow the spread of COVID-19, Health, Seniors and Active Living Minister Cameron Friesen announced today.
“As part of the new Pandemic Response System, we are able to move quickly with specific, targeted measures for this region,” said Friesen. “Based on the recommendations of our public health experts, stronger restrictions are needed to put us back on track in this part of our province.”
As of Monday, Aug. 24, masks will be mandatory in all public indoor places and at all indoor and outdoor public gatherings in the region. Public gatherings will also be restricted to 10 people, both indoors and outdoors.