Moncton’s Igloo Beverage Room shuts down, employee positive for COVID-19

The Igloo Beverage Room in Moncton posted on Facebook on Friday night that it is closing temporarily after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.

The Facebook post said the pub, located on 300 Elmwood Dr., found out Friday morning that a kitchen employee, not directly involved in food preparation was diagnosed during a routine hospital visit.

The post says the person had no symptoms.

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“We made the necessary decision to close the business immediately and sanitize all areas,” the post read.

It also said all employees are being tested as directed by health authorities.

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