Bonaire’s Risk Level 2 extended for another two weeks due to low active cases.
Here is a transcript of the most recent press release.
Lieutenant Governor Edison Rijna has decided to adjust a few measures from Friday, August 13, 2021 to Friday, August 27, 2021. This is possible because the number of infections has remained stable so far, and there are no patients with COVID-19 in the hospital.
The Public Health department has a good overview of most sources of contamination. In most cases, it concerns local infections and people who have not been vaccinated. Bonaire remains at risk level 2. To avoid a new peak on the island, everyone must continue to adhere to the corona rules.
For private meetings, a maximum of 50 people can come together. It is also possible to hold an event with a maximum of 100 people. For the event, a permit must be requested from the Legal Affairs Department. A notification obligation applies to sporting events.
The public is allowed to attend outdoor sports, while maintaining the 1.5 meters distance. A maximum of 50% capacity may be used in the stadium. A maximum of 50% capacity may be used for indoor sports; children younger than 13 years are not included. It is allowed to sing and dance outside. The closing time for the catering and entertainment venues remains the same, namely at 24:00.
The Public Health Department calls on people who have not yet been vaccinated to get the corona vaccination. These people can call the free number 0800 0900 to make an appointment. It is also possible to get the corona vaccination on Saturday without an appointment at Sentro Deportivo Jorge Nicolaas.
If a person has symptoms that resemble COVID-19, then that person should stay at home and call the toll-free number 0800 0800 for a test appointment.
(Source: OLB)
