The Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte and Hastings Prince Edward Public Health have declared a COVID-19 outbreak on Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory.
The outbreak was called Friday after six people tested positive in a span of under three days.
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Still, it’s possible that the outbreak began as early as Sept. 16, a news release from both organizations said.
As of Tuesday, there are still six cases associated with the outbreak.
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The health unit is recording two cases linked to an outbreak at Tyendinaga Public School as well.
The region as a whole saw 20 new cases Tuesday, with a total of 35 active cases across Hastings and Prince Edward counties.
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