Huron Perth Public Health have temporarily ordered two locations of Zehr’s Country Market to close.
In a news release, they say an investigation is being conducted after a positive COVID-19 case was reported at the Bayfield location.
The closure affects the market and bakery section at the Bayfield location and the abattoir – retail section at the Dashwood location.
HPPH officials say the risk of transmission is low but are advising anyone who was at the Bayfield Zehr’s Country Market on August 6, 7, 8, 10 or 11 to self-monitor for symptoms, and arrange for assessment and possibly testing if necessary.
Medical Officer of Health Dr. Miriam Klassen says the owner supports the decision to temporarily close as a precaution and is fully cooperating in the investigation.