The coronavirus has now affected all seven continents, as 36 infections were reported among people stationed at Chileβs General Bernardo OβHiggins Riquelme research base in Antarctica.
After testing positive, the 36 individuals were taken to Chileβs Punta Arenas where they are believed to be in good, stable condition. However, they will remain under constant isolation while they recover.
The Chilean Army has thanked the timely preventive action, as βit was possible to relieve said personnel, who, after being subjected to a medical control and the administration of a PCR test… turned out to be positive for Covid-19.β
It is not clear when Chilean officials first became aware of the outbreak, but itβs been suggested that they could have been informed over a week ago.
https://www.rt.com/news/510420-antarctica-chile-coronavirus-pandemic/
