Kamloops first responders relieved to get COVID-19 vaccine next month, while others feel left out
KAMLOOPS — More frontline workers in Kamloops will be lining up to receive their COVID-19 vaccine, starting next month.
The provincial health officer announced on Thursday (Mar. 18) an extensive list of workers that will move up the queue as part of Phase 2 of the vaccine rollout. Included are first responders, childcare staff, educators and grocery store workers, among others. Kamloops Fire Rescue (KFR) is breathing a collective sigh of relief to be on the list.
“As all first responders, as we are dealing with members of the community directly, I think there was, from my opinion, maybe an added risk for first responders,” said KFR Chief Steve Robinson. “But we’ve managed with our PPE, and again we’re just thankful the provincial government has recognized the fact that we are out in the community doing jobs.”