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711 new COVID-19 cases and 11 deaths reported in B.C.

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(File) - British Columbia's Provincial Health Officer, Dr. Bonnie Henry giving her views during a press conference. - B.C. government

British Columbia's top doctor and the health minister are urging the public to slow the spread of COVID-19 this weekend by limiting any festive gatherings to immediate households.

Dr. Bonnie Henry and Adrian Dix say 711 new infections have been recorded in the province and 11 more people have died, for a total of 492 fatalities.

British Columbia is recording 711 new cases, bringing the total number of active cases to 9,050.

They say in a joint statement that B.C. is continuing to see a significant surge in community transmission so all public health orders must be followed as more than 36,000 people have tested positive for the virus.

Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry and Health Minister Adrian Dix say in a statement 11 more people have also died and offer their condolences.

They say BC continues to see a significant surge in community transmission, which means following provincial health orders remains necessary.

They say it's OK to be festive and have fun, but stick with your immediate households.

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