18 Aug 2021

Covid-19: Worst case scenario could see outbreak reach 100 or more - expert

From Morning Report, 8:27 am on 18 August 2021

An expert says the latest Covid-19 community outbreak could already comprise more than 100 people.

Michael Plank, a University of Canterbury Covid-19 mathematics professor, says the spread will certainly involve more than the Auckland man who has tested positive.

He says the crucial information is still to come - whether clear link to the border can be identified.

Plank spoke to Jane Patterson.