First case of Omicron variant confirmed in CT

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HARTFORD, Conn. (WTIC Radio) - Governor Ned Lamont confirmed Connecticut's first case of the COVID-19 Omicron variant Saturday night.

The case involves a man in his 60's from Hartford County, who developed mild symptoms on November 27. The man was likely infected after a family member traveled to New York City to attend the Anime NYC 2021 convention between November 17-22.

That family member developed mild symptoms on November 21 and took an at-home COVID-19 test two days later that came back positive. The family member's symptoms have resolved. The affected man and their family member are fully vaccinated.

Lamont stressed the need for residents to take precautions by getting vaccinated and a booster shot.

The state Department of Health also announced that it has opened mobile COVID-19 booster clinics throughout the state.

The mobile booster clinics are currently operating in the following locations:

New Haven: New Haven Public Library, 7 days a week, 10am to 4pm – No appointment needed.

Stamford: Jackie Robinson Park, 7 days a week, 10am to 4pm – No appointment needed.

Trumbull: Trumbull Mall, Friday to Sunday, 11am to 3pm – No appointment needed.

Waterbury: 910 Wolcott St, 9a-3p Saturday and 8a-12p Sunday – No appointment needed.

Windsor Locks: Bradley Airport, Thursday through Sunday, 11am to 7pm – No appointment needed.