Singapore Confirms 25 New Covid-19 Cases On 27 Jan
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has made early confirmation of 25 new Covid-19 cases today (27 Jan). This brings the national tally to 59,391.
All 25 cases are imported. They had already been served Stay-Home Notices (SHN) or placed in isolation upon arrival.
There are no community cases for the 5th straight day. MOH will be releasing more details tonight.
14 imported cases yesterday
Looking back at yesterday’s update, Singapore confirmed a total of 14 new Covid-19 cases on 26 Jan — all were imported.
Here’s a breakdown of the details, according to MOH last night:
- 2 Singaporeans and 1 Permanent Resident (PR) came back from Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States
- 2 Dependant’s Pass holders from India and Portugal
- 6 Work Permit holders from Bangladesh, India, and Indonesia — including 1 domestic worker
- 2 Work Pass holders from India
- 1 Short-Term Visit Pass holder from India who’s here to visit her child, a PR
They had all already been placed on SHN upon arrival in Singapore and were tested while serving SHN.
3 previously confirmed cases test positive for B117 strain
In slightly more concerning news, 3 cases who were previously confirmed with Covid-19, have tested positive for the new and highly infectious B117 strain of the coronavirus.
3 S’pore Covid-19 Cases Are Positive For B117 Strain, Jewel Changi & T3 Staff To Be Tested
They had visited Jewel Changi and Terminal 3 on 31 Dec 2020.
Stepping up precautionary efforts, authorities will be holding a special test operation for all staff who had been working at both premises since that day.
Stay safe & vigilant
As Chinese New Year approaches, PM Lee warned Singaporeans earlier that festivities present the danger of having a “super-spreader event” take place.
Authorities are ramping up efforts to keep the outbreak under control. But the onus is also on us to be vigilant and socially responsible, so we can keep our loved ones safe.
So mask up, practise safe distancing and good hygiene, and stick by the rules.
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