Two new COVID-19 cases reported on P.E.I. Wednesday

There are two new COVID-19 cases confirmed on P.E.I., the Chief Public Health Office announced Wednesday in a written release.

The two people are in their 40s and have recently travelled outside of Prince Edward Island.

Contact tracing is complete and they'reself-isolating, Dr. Heather Morrison said.

There's also a flight exposure notification.

• Air Canada flight7462fromMontrealto Charlottetown onTuesday, Oct.26.

Anyone who travelled on this flight should monitor closely for symptoms and if any develop, visit a drop-in testing site, officials advise.

P.E.I. nowhastwoactive cases of COVID-19 and has had317positive cases since the pandemic began.

Everyone encouragedfollow routine prevention:

• Wash hands frequently with soap and water.
• Cough and sneeze into your elbow or a tissue.
• Get vaccinated.
• Wear a non-medical mask in indoor places.
• Stay home if you are not feeling well.
• Limit touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
• Keep your circle of contacts small.
• Physical distance - stay two meters (6 feet) apart.
• Don't share items like drinking glasses and water bottles.
• Frequently clean surfaces like taps, doorknobs and countertops.
• Visit a drop-in-clinic to be tested if you have COVID-19 symptoms.