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UPDATE: MovieTowne opened at 2pm on Wednesday 24th June 2020 with all safety protocols in place, as recommended by the Government. Patrons are required to wear face masks, adhere to social distancing protocols and wash/sanitize hands upon entering.
MovieTowne has announced that all locations will re-open from this Wednesday (24th June 2020) after being closed for at least the past three (3) months due to COVID-19 restrictions. Cinemas were amongst the first establishments to be shut.
MovieTowne notes they will have some surprises in store for the re-opening. Watch the video below to get an idea of the new measures that will be in place and stay tuned for updates.
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UPDATE (23/06/20): Relatives of the murdered men are expressing shock over their deaths. Davidson's daughter, Crystal, recalled her last moments with her father. Mohammed's cousin, Selena, described him as a good person who kept to himself. She said he had a lot of gold jewelry and believes his killers went after the gold. Police are investigating a double murder in Penal. Dead are 50-year-old Wellington 'Zorro' Davidson and 37-year-old Shazard 'Boyee' Mohammed, both of Penal. The men were said to be playing cards at a house at Matura Avenue in Penal on Sunday night (21st June 2020). The owner of the house told Police that he left the men and went to sleep at about 11:45pm. He said about an hour later he heard an explosion and on checking he saw the men lying in blood on the couch in his living room. Police said they were called to investigate a killing that took place in the yard of the same house in April this year. This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates.
The Ministry of Health held a virtual Press Conference at 11am this morning (Monday 22nd June 2020) to update the public on the latest developments with COVID-19 in Trinidad and Tobago. Below are the key points discussed today: - The Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Roshan Parasram, provided a clinical update on the status of COVID-19 in T&T. 619 persons are being housed throughout the parallel health care system, the breakdown of the numbers are as follows:
- WHO/PAHO Representative to T&T, Dr. Erica Wheeler, gave her assurance that the COVID-19 virus has NOT mutated. She also indicated that there has been little difference observed in the severity of the virus and how it is transmitted among the different strains of COVID-19. - Minister of Health, Terrence Deyalsingh, when answering a question, stated that the repatriation of T&T Nationals is not limited by the number of quarantine spaces but rather the capacity of the public health system to deal with a worst case scenario. This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates.
Prime Minister Keith Rowley announced at a Press Conference on Saturday (20th June 2020) that all Supermarkets can open until 10pm, beginning on Monday 22nd June 2020. They were previously only allowed to open until 6pm, causing many shoppers to have to rush from work to get their essential shopping done. President of the Supermarkets Association, Rajiv Diptee, welcomes the new 10pm closing time. Speaking with Newsday on Sunday morning (21st June 2020), Mr. Diptee said the Association had previously proposed 8pm as the closing time to the ‘Roadmap to Recovery’ team. We made a submission based on an increase in traffic on the road and remember, during the lockdown, people who were considered non-essential were required to stay home. But as of the last phase, there’s a much higher crowd out there and a much bigger after-work crowd. Food establishments and Pharmacies were allowed to open until 8pm throughout the COVID-19 lockdown measures, so Mr. Diptee felt the same closing time should have also applied to Supermarkets. [Source]
The Ministry of Health will be hosting a virtual Press Conference at 11am this morning (Monday 22nd June 2020). As of this morning, Trinidad and Tobago still has a total of 123 positive cases of COVID-19. The country last recorded six (6) positive cases on Sunday 14th June 2020 from a Cruise Ship containing over 300 T&T Nationals. So far there have been eight (8) deaths and a total of 109 persons have been discharged.
Prime Minister Keith Rowley addressed the nation at a Press Conference from Tobago on Saturday 20th June 2020 to announce that Phase 5 will in fact proceed as planned and begin from today. If you missed that Press Conference, you can catch up on the key points that were discussed.
Watch the live stream of the Press Conference below when it begins at 11am.
This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates.
The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) said on Sunday afternoon (21st June 2020) that they have been tracking another Tropical Wave (13) moving westwards across the Atlantic. This Wave is expected to traverse Trinidad and Tobago on Thursday 25th June 2020. At this time, models are suggesting that there is a high chance that the Wave will result in heavy showers and Thunderstorm activity in varying locations across Trinidad and Tobago.
As for today’s weather, the Met Office notes there is an increase in cloudiness across Trinidad and Tobago as some low-level moisture associated with Tropical Wave 12 begin to move into the region. Although the high Saharan dust concentration in the atmosphere will reduce the convective activity associated with this Wave, occasional showers are still expected this afternoon into tonight, and there is a low to medium chance that these showers may become heavy or Thunderstorm activity may develop in a few areas especially after Midnight.
This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates.
The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) is monitoring the thick plume of Saharan dust making its way across the Caribbean Islands, which can be clearly seen on the GeoColor satellite loop (see first image below). As of 8am this morning, the air quality in Trinidad is listed as “unhealthy” while in Tobago, air quality remains at a “hazardous” level.
Although the peak of this dust event is today, Sunday 21st June 2020, it is expected to last for the next four (4) to five (5) days, at least until Friday 26th June 2020. Persons who are sensitive to this change in air quality are strongly advised to take the necessary precautions. Some improvement is expected overnight into Monday and again on Thursday due to the passage of two (2) Tropical Waves (12 and 13). According to the Met Office, it was very dull and hazy at Piarco this morning. The Northern Range is not visible (see fourth image below). The lowest visibility recorded so far was 700m in severe dust haze at 7am. Similar conditions are also being experienced in Tobago, with the lowest visibility recorded so far of 5,000m.
Currently dull, hazy and windy conditions are dominant across Trinidad and Tobago, but a slight increase in moisture is expected tonight into tomorrow. Partly cloudy spells and occasional showers will occur in varying locations with the heavier showers expected after Midnight. There is also a low to medium chance of isolated Thunderstorm activity in a few areas.
This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates.
Prime Minister Keith Rowley held a Press Conference at 2:30pm this afternoon (Saturday 20th June 2020) to update the public on the Government’s plan to lift certain COVID-19 restrictions in Trinidad and Tobago on a phased basis. The Prime Minister confirmed the continued relaxation of COVID-19 measures on Monday 22nd June 2020. These are as follows: - In-house Dining at Restaurants, Cinemas, Theaters, Bars, Casinos and Members Clubs can re-open on Monday (22nd June 2020) with a 10pm closing time restriction. - Beaches, Rivers, Amusement Parks, Gyms and the Zoo will be open to the public from Monday. - Malls are allowed to fully re-open and this includes food courts. - Team Sports will be allowed to resume but with no spectators allowed at venues. - Educational institutions will be allowed to re-open for exam preparations, WITHOUT students. The full re-opening of educational institutions including Pre-Schools and Daycare remain in September and will be determined by the Ministry of Education - Public Transportation will be allowed to revert to 100% capacity. - The Public Service will return to full functionality with optimization of flexi-time, work from home and virtual meetings. - Weddings, funerals and christenings will have no number restriction, but the guidelines in use for places of worship will apply in these instances. - The restriction on public gatherings will increase from 10 to 25 people. - The Inter-Island Ferry Service will return to normal function. - Places of worship will no longer have a one-hour time restriction. Regular service times can resume but worshippers must continue to practice social distancing and follow other guidelines. - The Prime Minister indicated that the Borders of T&T remain CLOSED and all partying activities are still not permitted. - With regards to exemptions being granted to T&T Nationals wishing to return home, Prime Minister Rowley said that priority is being given to people that left temporarily to work abroad or receive medical treatment, that is, people who regularly reside in Trinidad and Tobago. Watch the Press Conference below in its entirety. This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates.
The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) has announced that Prime Minister Keith Rowley will host a Press Conference at 2:30pm today (Saturday 20th June 2020) at the Anne Mitchell-Gift Auditorium, Scarborough Library Facility in Tobago. As of this morning, Trinidad and Tobago still has 123 recorded cases of COVID-19. Almost a week ago, on Sunday 14th June 2020, the country recorded six (6) positive cases from a Cruise Ship with over 300 returning T&T Nationals. Those patients are currently at the Caura Hospital for treatment. Future phases are not expected to be affected due to these new cases as they were imported cases and not as a result of Community Spread.
Today’s Press Conference is expected to address Phase 5 and possibly even Phases 6 and 7 of the gradual re-opening of the country. In fact, many have been calling for a complete re-opening of the country, including Opposition Leader, Kamla Persad-Bissessar. Phase 5 is scheduled to commence from this Monday 22nd June 2020 and involves the re-opening of a number of establishments, including gyms, fitness centres, bars, restaurants (in-house dining) cinemas and theaters.
Watch the live stream of the Press Conference below when it begins at 2:30pm.
This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates.
The Ministry of Health has issued Guidelines for all Gyms and Fitness Centres, and services and activities therein, a few days ahead of the re-opening of these venues. Phase 5 is currently set to begin on Monday 22nd June 2020. According to the Ministry, it is the responsibility of the owners of Gyms and Fitness Centres to communicate these Guidelines to their members via announcements, signs, bulletins, websites and social media. All staff members are to be trained, virtually, or in-person, on these Guidelines. See the main Guidelines below (Section 4): 4.1.1 Facility Management
1. Signage outlining the new regulations (e.g. physical distancing, the use of face masks/shields, hand sanitization, cough etiquette) are to be posted at highly visible locations outside and within the facility; 2. Establish a housekeeping schedule to incorporate routine cleaning and sanitisation with regular, frequent, and periodic cleaning of equipment, seating areas (tables, stools, chairs and counters tops); all surface areas, restrooms and shared items; 3. Ensure cleaning and sanitisation before opening and at the close of business. Surfaces should be cleaned frequently throughout opening hours; 4. Ensure that high-touch surfaces such as door knobs, tables, stools, chairs, benches, countertops, restrooms and equipment are properly disinfected on a frequent or periodic basis, using a bleach solution of 5 tablespoons (1/3 cup) per gallon of water (US 3.8L) or 4 teaspoons bleach per quart of water or 70% alcohol solutions or other EPA-approved disinfectant; 5. Entry and exit points must be equipped with hand sanitization apparatus (60% alcohol based hand sanitizer or sinks with soap and water); 6. Where possible, set-up hand sanitizer dispensers at various locations throughout the facility; 7. Ensure that cleaning or disinfecting product residues are not left on table surfaces, as residues could cause allergic reactions or cause someone to ingest the chemicals; 8. Clean shared objects such as but not limited to treadmills, weights, bikes, benches, leg press, curls & extensions, ropes and machines and other related items in use including tables, counter tops and chairs; 9. Ensure safe and correct use and storage of disinfectants to avoid food contamination and harm to employees and other individuals; 10. Allow 15 minute intervals between personal training sessions or group classes to allow for thorough sanitization of all equipment utilized; 11. Ensure proper ventilation throughout the facility. Where possible, the use of air- conditioning should be minimised and outdoor air should be introduced by opening windows and doors; 12. Saunas and steam baths should be limited to one (1) member at a time with supporting cleaning and sanitisation before and after use; 13. Ensure disposable disinfectant wipes and/or suitable disinfectant and disposable cloth-like material for wiping surfaces are available at all locations; 14. Garbage cans should be strategically placed at multiple locations throughout the facility to allows clients to dispose of gloves, tissues or disinfecting wipes; and 15. Non-essential amenities such as magazines and books should be removed from reception areas to avoid cross-contamination. 4.1.2 Personal Hygiene 1. Post visual alerts (e.g., signs, posters) at the entrance and in strategic locations e.g., restrooms; point(s) of sale and cash registers, to provide instructions (in appropriate languages) about hand hygiene, respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette. Instructions should include wearing a cloth face covering, face mask or face shield for source control, and how and when to perform hand hygiene; 2. Endorse and encourage proper face mask/shield etiquette when entering and exiting the establishment. Where possible, clients and instructors may use face shields during the exercise and fitness programme. Face shields should provide coverage below the level of the chin and should meet other relevant ISO standards; 3. Clients are encouraged to bring personal disinfectant wipes and other related items to the Gym and Fitness Centres for personal use; 4. Provide an adequate supply of 60% alcohol-based hand sanitizer at hand washing facilities or stations (fixed or portable), soap and running water for use before entry; paper towels and tissue. It would be ideal to have easy open-close taps or pedal actuated/hands free taps; 5. Endorse and encourage proper cough and sneeze etiquette within the establishment, either with a tissue or using the inside of their elbow; 6. Anyone who is ill or exhibits any of the following symptoms (fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, muscle pain, headache, sore-throat, or recent loss of taste or smell) should not be allowed to enter the establishment; 7. Anyone who is immunocompromised and/or has a vulnerable pulmonary disease should not attend the Gym and Fitness Centres; 8. Anyone with a potential exposure to someone exhibiting any of the above symptoms or a confirmed case of COVID-19 should not enter the establishment until the period of quarantine ends (to be certified by County Medical Officer of Health); and 9. Encourage employees and clients to frequently wash hands while at the establishment. The use of touch-free technology for sinks, bathroom fixtures is encouraged. Elbow taps may also be utilized. 4.1.3 Staff Member or Patron/Client 1. Workers and patrons who are sick or exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 should not be allowed entry; 2. All persons are required to wear a face covering, mask or shield when entering the premises and to undergo screening with a contactless thermometer for fever and symptoms consistent with COVID-19; 3. If a person has a temperature < 37.5 ̊C and otherwise, without symptoms consistent with COVID-19, then he/she is allowed to enter; 4. If a person has a temperature > 37.5 ̊C with fever or strongly associated symptoms consistent with COVID-19, then he/she is not allowed into the premises; 5. Notify local health officials or call the health hotline ( 800-WELL or 877-WELL (9355)) if a person diagnosed with COVID-19 has been in the facility and communicate with staff and patrons about potential exposure while maintaining confidentiality as required; 6. Identify a separate area to quarantine anyone who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 during hours of operation; 7. Establish procedures for safely transporting anyone who becomes sick at the establishment to their home or a healthcare facility; 8. Advise those with exposure to a person diagnosed with COVID-19 to call the health hotline (800-WELL or 877-WELL (9355)) or seek medical attention at the nearest healthcare provider if severely ill; 9. Close off areas used by the sick person and do not use the area until after cleaning and disinfection (as advised by County Medical Officer of Health); 10. Advise staff and patrons with symptoms of COVID-19 or those who have tested positive for COVID-19 not to return to the establishment untill his/her symptoms cease, as confirmed by a Medical Practitioner with supporting documentation; 11. Safelyandrespectfullyconductdailyhealthchecksofstaff(e.g.,temperaturescreening (in a shaded or indoor area) and/or or symptom checking) in accordance with any applicable privacy laws and regulations; and 12. Encourage employees who are sick or who have had recent contact with a person with COVID-19 to stay at home. Develop policies that encourage this to remove employees fear of reprisal. 4.1.4 Gym and Fitness Centre Operations 1. Provide physical guides, such as tape on floors and signage, to ensure that individuals remain at least 6 feet apart while using exercise equipment such as treadmills, weights, bikes, benches, leg press, curls & extensions, ropes and other related machines; 2. Modify the layout of the establishment to ensure the equipment remains 6 feet apart with greater distancing for treadmills and other high-exertion aerobic fitness equipment. Where possible, install physical barriers to segregate exercise areas or create physical distancing . Mark off equipment that is not for use; 3. The Instructor and client should maintain a physical distance at least 6 feet apart for individual sessions and 10-12 feet apart for group session sessions; 4. Rotate and stagger shifts to limit the number of employees in the establishment at any one time; 5. Institute the use of a scheduling system for clients in order to manage the number of persons within the facility at any given point in time. Each client is allowed only 60 minutes in the Gym and Fitness Centre; 6. Ensure that each client entering the facility is given a briefing on the new measures utilized (e.g. how to clean and sanitize equipment, adherence to the physical distancing practices); 7. Clients must bring their own towels and exercise mats to the facility. There should be no sharing of gym towels, mats or other related items at this time; 8. No circuit training, where multiple pieces of equipment are used in quick rotation, to be permitted at this time; 9. Group session exercises, such as aerobics, should be conducted in open air setting. If this is not possible, then there should be sufficient physical distancing, of 10-12 feet apart, with the use of face shields by instructors and clients . With aerobics and spin rooms, only 10 clients are allowed within a square footage of 1,000; 10. Where accessories (e.g. resistance bands, foam rollers) are provided by the facility, implement a check-out system to ensure that each item is returned to staff for sanitization after every use; 11. Clients must disinfect any equipment utilised, immediately after use, with disinfecting wipes and/or suitable disinfectant and disposable cloth-like material for wiping surfaces as provided by the facility. If clients are unable to disinfect equipment after use, the equipment should be immediately attended to by a staff member for sanitization before another client is allowed to utilize the equipment; 12. Clients are encouraged to bring personnel disinfectant wipes and other related items to the Gym and Fitness Centres for use; 13. Client contact data must be collected for every client (time of entry and exit, class attended or trainer utilized) to ensure that proper contact tracing can be conducted if the need arises; and 14. Juice bars and other food services should adhere to the Food Safety and Restaurant and Bars Guidelines. 4.1.5 Responsibility of Owner 1. Promote healthy hygiene practices at the establishment at all times including the wearing of masks and/or face shields by instructors; 2. Intensify cleaning, sanitation and disinfection and ventilation of the establishment; 3. Encourage physical distancing and enhance spacing at the establishment; 4. Train all employees on health and safety protocols; 5. Develop and maintain procedures to check for signs and symptoms of illnesses of all employees; 6. Develop and implement a Plan for ill employees or patrons and communicate this plan to members of staff; 7. Prepare a contact listing of the relevant authorities that need to be informed of any ill persons; 8. Provide proper signage for clients (e.g. sanitizer location, mask/ shield wearing signs, food pick up/ordering locations); 9. Institute the use of a scheduling system for clients in order to manage the number of persons within the facility at any given point in time; 10. Develop a register of all clients who utilise the Gym and Fitness Centre including name, address, telephone contact and email address; and 11. Ensure and maintain daily signing and signing out on the register. 4.1.6 Responsibility of Client/User 1. Clients who are ill or exhibit/report any of the following symptoms (fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, muscle pain, headache, sore-throat, or recent loss of taste or smell) should not be allowed to enter the establishment; 2. Strictly adhere to these Guidelines prior to use and duration of use and exit of the Gym and Fitness Centre, including screening for temperature, physical distancing of 6 feet apart and sanitizing of equipment and related items before and after use; 3. Clients are encouraged to bring and use personal disinfectant wipes, face shields and other related items to the Gym and Fitness Centres before and after use of equipment/s and other related materials; 4. Clients must bring their own towels and exercise mats to the facility. There should be no sharing of gym towels, mats or other related items at this time; and 5. Ensure daily signing and signing out of the register including name, address, telephone contact and email address. The County Medical Officers of Health and the Public Health Inspectors will provide continuous assessment and reporting to the Chief Medical Officer on the implementation of these Guidelines through continuous site visits and inspection of the establishment to ensure the strict adherence to the Guidelines in order to reduce the threat and mitigate the risk of spread of COVID-19. |
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