A second COVID-19 case has been confirmed in Fort Albany.
In a news release, Fort Albany First Nation said it was notified of the case last night (Jan. 7) and "the process of evaluating information, such as potential people in contact with this case, is under investigation and ongoing according to provincial guidelines."
The first case of the virus was reported in the community Jan. 2.
The lockdown in the community on the James Bay coast has been extended for 14 days, effective Jan. 7 at 9 p.m.
"This would also include the suspension of the community travel on the temporary travel corridor until further notice," reads the news release.
Yesterday, the Northern Ontario shutdown was extended 14 days. It is now in effect until at least Jan. 22.
This case has not been reported by the Porcupine Health Unit yet. It will bring the total case count for the region to 142.
So far this year, there have been 13 cases reported in the health unit area.
