B.C. extends health orders on gatherings, gyms, and bars; COVID-19 hospitalizations surpass 800
VICTORIA — In its COVID-19 pandemic update for Monday (Jan. 17), the B.C. government announced the provincial health officer’s orders on gatherings and events, and restrictions on gyms and fitness centres, have been extended.
The province says an update will be provided during a news briefing on Tuesday (Jan. 18).
The Ministry of Health reports that COVID-19 hospitalizations have spiked to 819 in B.C., up by 173 since Friday (Jan. 14). Of those patients, 99 are in intensive care, up by four.