A Mississauga firefighter has tested positive for coronavirus, officials say. A spokesperson with the City said the firefighter recently learned of the results and a fire station has since been closed for “deep cleaning.” Officials didn’t provide the location of the station, but said fire operations are continuing as normal. “We are aware that public health reached out to those in direct contact with that individual and those direct contacts are in self-isolation,” the spokesperson said in an email.
News of the case comes on the same day Global News confirmed five Toronto firefighters tested positive for COVID-19 amid growing concerns from frontline responders about their health and safety during the pandemic.