BA.4, BA.5 COVID variants found in Twin Cities wastewater

Photo by: Centers for Disease Control
Photo by: Centers for Disease Control

(Minneapolis, MN) -- Health officials say that two omicron variants have been found in Twin Cities wastewater.

The Minnesota Department of Health says an April 29th sample showed evidence of BA.4 and BA.5 in Met Council wastewater samples.

A spokesperson with the MDH says there is an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases, but hospitalizations are only slightly up. MDH officials continue to recommend vaccinations and boosters.