Rotary Club of Antigua  makes timely donation  of masks to Royal Police Force of Antigua and    Barbuda

 

As part of its continuous community outreach efforts, the Rotary Club of Antigua (RCA) today made a timely donation of 500 breathable, branded, white masks to the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda (RPFAB).

President of the Rotary Club, Dr. Vanetta Rodgers, in making the presentation to Superintendent Vivian Parker, who accepted on behalf of Police Commissioner Atlee Rodney, said that the club is committed to play its part in educating the public and providing needed resources to mitigate the spread of the deadly COVID-19 disease.

She also emphasized the importance for everyone, more so essential workers such as the members of the Royal Police Force, to practice proper hygiene, wear masks when venturing outside at all times and to practice social distancing whenever possible.

President Vanetta also expressed thanks to Acting Superintendent Brenda Jacobs, who is in charge of stores for her support throughout the process.
Superintendent Parker extended words of gratitude to the Rotary Club of Antigua and noted that the masks will go a long way in assisting the officers in effectively carrying out their daily duties as front liners in the fight against the COVID-19 disease.

To date, the country has 23 confirmed cases of the virus and has recorded 3 associated deaths.

The Rotary Club of Antigua urges everyone to stay safe, stay at home and to adhere to all of the other safety protocols established by health officials.