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2nd case of COVID-19 detected in VI since border reopening- Hon Malone

2nd case of COVID-19 detected in VI since border reopening- Hon Malone

Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Carvin Malone (AL) has confirmed that there are now two active cases of COVID-19 in the [British] Virgin Islands.

This comes after the announcement made on December 7, 2020, of an imported case discovered while in quarantine aboard his yacht.

According to a press release from Government Information Service today, December 9, 2020, the second newly imported case was also detected while in quarantine aboard his yacht after completing the fourth-day testing that is required as part of the entry protocols for incoming travelers to the Territory.


Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Carvin Malone (AL) has confirmed that there are now two active cases of COVID-19 in the [British] Virgin Islands.

Contact tracing


Honourable Malone stated during a COVID-19 Update interview on December 7, 2020, that the Public Health Unit and BVI Health Services Authority team have been actively engaged in providing rigorous support and that contact tracing has commenced.

“We are pleased that all of the protocols have been properly followed so that the contact tracing is not extensive throughout the Territory,” Honourable Malone said. He also emphasised that all incoming persons are subjected to a mandatory quarantine period of 4 days and all violators will be tracked, traced and fined.

2 active COVID-19 cases


The total number of tests conducted in the [British] Virgin Islands to date is now 8,846 with 75 total COVID-19 positive cases confirmed; 72 recoveries, two active and 1 death.

Phase Three of the border reopening has commenced and the public is again reminded to comply with all health and safety measures that include hand washing, wearing of face masks in public spaces, maintaining 6 feet from others outside of your households, disinfecting frequently touched surfaces, keeping hands out of your face and limiting large gatherings, especially during the upcoming holiday season.

Persons who are experiencing symptoms related to COVID-19 are encouraged to contact the Medical Hotline at 852-7650 for medical advice and testing. Common symptoms include fever, cough, headache, fatigue, loss of taste or smell, sore throat, muscle aches, or difficulty breathing.

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