Mrs.Anteater
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Empty autobahns in Germany on Friday where it is usually stop and go Easter traffic. Picture from German news. People are following the limitations.
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How do we get to the Good Place? Asks CBC. Cute. And fitting.
They seemed to be heading here, with mountain bikes, etc.I hope the government gives them the power to turn away recreational travellers.
There are weekenders here right now. Most seem to be behaving and keeping distance. I've seen several sites with people just sitting out enjoying the sunshine. I've also though, heard of people gathering at a site in a way that suggests they are not following the directives.
There are people from other provinces on the island. Many have been here for the winter and are wondering how/whether to get home. I hope there were none heading this way this weekend. Sadly, I imagine there was.
ChemGal
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Alberta doctors are suing the government for breach of contract, unrelated to COVID.
EasternOrthodox
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I feel the same about an economic collapse. And I’m trying to avoid even thinking of national conflict. Pray it does not come to serious national conflict.
I‘ve noticed a strange reaction amongst some commenters on Youtube. They’re trying to downplay it. Even deny it exists. It’s a minor thing being whipped up. I was called a “panic monger“ today.
EasternOrthodox
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My daughter was posting some stuff about this on Facebook. It definitely predates Covid.
Mendalla
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EasternOrthodox
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Very sad indeed. I don’t know what to say to your questions. Until a few weeks ago, I had not even imagined the current situation. I started reading a book on the 1918 pandemic. It’s depressing, but I mst not abandon it. Some of the same issues came up. Arguments about compulsory use of masks for example.I found this story very sad but it does open the question of how many could be left unattended during an outbreak of any kind. Is it better to seek out support from family or stay isolated when a global emergency is declared. Who is responsible for the children, elderly, etc... if only the parents are affected? What do you think?
Disabled teenager in China dies at home alone after relatives quarantined
Boy with cerebral palsy was left without a carer after his father developed a feverwww.theguardian.com
That was awhile ago. Personally, I see this as a major crisis now - just one that Vancouver Island has mostly avoided. The crisis has been different in different places due to different circumstances. Plus, we were almost cut off from the mainland. We have only 35 active cases. 3 in icu. 2 deaths of elderly 80-90. The rest are recovering or have recovered - out of 83 total cases I think. Out of 774,000 population. We were doing well. I was hoping they'd ease restrictions for locals by now - but we may see a jump in cases in the next few weeks after this weekend. I hope not. As long as we cut off tourism for awhile it seemed we'd be ok. Now, we have to wait and see.You might want to read back in this thread a bit.
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This is some perspective on the BC Ferries. I still think that's too many recreational travellers even though it's good that it's far fewer than a typical Easter weekend.
Half full ferries
Half full ferries
Mendalla
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I was not referring specifically to you. There is another...
Carolla
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For several years my brother lived on Van Island and worked in Richmond - not finding suitable available work on the island. It meant a daily crossing for him - so not a tourist. He also received some medical care and surgery on the mainland at one time ... so people may cross for a variety of reasons. Not saying there were not others who cross for leisure purposes - just offering perspective.
And the number of cases recorded on the island - there is likely a higher number of people infected, but not tested so they are not included in the numbers. Numbers don't tell the whole story.
And the number of cases recorded on the island - there is likely a higher number of people infected, but not tested so they are not included in the numbers. Numbers don't tell the whole story.
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Looks like the 401 in Toronto these days!! I imagine our hard working truck drivers are very thankful for the reduced traffic and easier driving.
Sadly the incident you quoted has somewhat been repeated in a Dorval Quebec nursing home, where the residents had been abandoned by staff for several days.
If that's the case then they are mostly recovering at home with mild symptoms or have already - like, children and young adults (and most middle aged adults). And with potentially greater numbers of those people out there than what's been reported all ready - the overall severity of this virus is telling a different story. At the least, it's telling a different story in different places due to different circumstances.
Similar situation here in NB, populace is mostly more scattered. Maybe Jacques Derrida had a secret in deconstruction and decentralization ... especially applications where folks can work at home like cottage industry! That desiring powerful overhanded administrative efforts ... will be psssst'd! They may have to learn how things work below there perch ... hawks vs the bull? Snoopy plays vulture and watches from a comic position! Looking for hummers ...
Lastpointe
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Great article in the New York Times. Looking at the time line and the mistakes made
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He Could Have Seen What Was Coming: Behind Trump’s Failure on the Virus (Published 2020)
An examination reveals the president was warned about the potential for a pandemic but that internal divisions, lack of planning and his faith in his own instincts led to a halting response.
Mendalla
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Thing is, our government wasn't exactly stellar on that front, either. Better than the Trump administration (who still seem more worried about economics than people dying at times), but probably less than was possible or necessary.
There was plenty of warning and action could have been taken earlier instead of just making reassuring noises. Even Chinese-Canadians would have got behind an early travel ban from what my wife tells me. And stockpiling of medical equipment is something that multiple reports have recommended going back to the SARS days. The fact that Alberta did stockpile and is now able to supply other provinces is telling. Someone in Edmonton paid attention, at least.
There was plenty of warning and action could have been taken earlier instead of just making reassuring noises. Even Chinese-Canadians would have got behind an early travel ban from what my wife tells me. And stockpiling of medical equipment is something that multiple reports have recommended going back to the SARS days. The fact that Alberta did stockpile and is now able to supply other provinces is telling. Someone in Edmonton paid attention, at least.
Covid, takes after Derrida? Post-modern, and difficult to understand?
