Creston, BC June 23, 2020 - Thank you Creston for all your hard work to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in our community. Town of Creston Council and staff wishes you a safe and enjoyable summer, and encourages you to continue taking the recommended COVID-19 precautions outlined by our Federal and Provincial Health Authorities.

Splash Park Re-Opening: At the Regular Council Meeting held on June 23, 2020, Council adopted the Splash Park Re-Opening Policy. As of Wednesday, June 24, 2020 the Splash Park will be opened for use seven days a week between the hours of 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. Splash park equipment will not be cleaned or sanitized. Please remember:

• If you feel sick or have any cold or flu symptoms, stay home
• Keep two (2) metres distant from others at all times
• Clean your hands with soap and water, or hand sanitizer before and after use
• Avoid overcrowding. If the splash park is busy, come back another time

COVID-19 Provincial Technical Briefing: Today, the Provincial Medical Health Officer, Dr. Bonnie Henry presented updated modeling on the epidemiology of COVID-19, outlining how the virus has affected people in BC. Key messages from her presentation include: 

• As expected following some re-opening, models suggest that British Columbia is now closer to a threshold where renewed growth of cases could occur.
• To maintain epidemic control, physical distancing, self-isolation for those who feel sick, and a continued focus on hygiene measures are critical.
• Complete contact tracing helps to ensure epidemic control when population level restrictions are relaxed
• To review the Provincial Medical Health Officer’s presentation, please visit: https://news.gov.bc.ca/files/2020-06-23-Modelling-Technical-Briefing.pdf?fbclid=IwAR17lnMLRR8NoZz4IP5W3KIi8ldYlySiabfk7ULJPldMpviV0iTI1p81W6M

Media Contact:

• Kirsten Dunbar
• EOC Information Officer
• kirsten.dunbar@creston.ca
• 250 428-2214 (231)