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Queensland issues coronavirus ‘test and isolate’ order for anyone returning from Victoria since December 21
Queensland authorities have issued a “test and isolate” direction for anyone who has been in Victoria since December 21.
Key points:
- A “test and isolate” order has been issued by Queensland Health
- Anyone who has travelled from Victoria since December 21 should be tested
- Current border restrictions remain unchanged but travel to NSW and Victoria should be “reconsidered”
It follows an announcement from Chief Health Officer Jeannette Young, warning of one close contact of a Victorian case in the Mackay region, and one casual contact on the Gold Coast.
“And I anticipate more to come,” she said.
Dr Young said while Queensland Health was not declaring any hotspots in Victoria yet, she was concerned the situation would escalate.
“Victoria’s own…
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