On December 3, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,854 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 63,023.
14 people passed away, including one in the northern zone, which means 575 Albertans have now died from COVID-19.
In the North Zone, there are 4,136 cases of COVID-19 and 49 people have passed away.
There are currently 991 active cases in our zone with 37 in the MD of Peace, 30 in the MD of Greenview, 13 in Big Lakes County, nine in Northern Sunrise County, six in Mackenzie County, while all other jurisdictions in our area have four active cases or less.
AHS is reporting that 44,705 people have recovered from the virus.
This means that there are currently 17,743 active cases across Alberta.
Outbreaks have been declared at the following places:
- Fairview Health Complex
- Peace River Correctional Facility
To help slow spread or ease fear of catching COVID-19, the government recommends washing your hands for at least 20 seconds, and to avoid touching the face.
It is also recommended you wear a mask if social distancing is not possible.
– Kenny Trenton, Trending 55 Newsroom
