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Downward COVID-19 infections in B.C. will help with faster-spreading variants: Dr. Henry; 429 COVID-19 cases and 8 deaths reported

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Dr. Bonnie Henry can be seen replying to questions during a news conference. (B.C. Government)

British Columbia health officials say there's an encouraging trend in the COVID-19 curve in the province with the efforts of residents making a difference.

It comes as the state of emergency was extended again in B.C. on Tuesday, allowing officials to use its extraordinary powers to respond to the pandemic.

In a joint statement, provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry and Health Minister Adrian Dix reported 429 new cases and eight deaths, bringing to 1,218 the number of fatalities liked to COVID-19.

The statement says with people in B.C. following the restrictions, the COVID-19 spread is slowing and that puts the province in a better position to deal with the uncertainties of new variants.

However, a statement from Public Safety Minister Mike Farnworth says some people still refuse to follow safety rules for their own "selfish needs."

Between Aug. 21 last year and Jan. 29, more than 800 violations were issued, including 141 $2,300 tickets to owners or organizers who contravened the health officer's orders on gatherings or events.

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