CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - Free coronavirus testing is being offered by a brewery in Charlotte, North Carolina, after health officials raised concerns about a potential exposure during a recent event.
The Charlotte Observer reports that the tests are being offered on Saturday to attendees of the Olde Mecklenburg Brewery’s Mecktoberfest. The tests will be free and offered through a drive-thru.
The Mecktoberfest was held on Sept. 25-27. It attracted thousands despite state rules that prohibit big crowds.
Health experts have said that any large crowd where social distancing is difficult has the potential to spread COVID-19.
Mecklenburg County Public Health Director Gibbie Harris said the fest is not yet considered a “cluster” of COVID-19 cases. But she said she expects more infections will be traced back to it.
Fest attendees who want to get tested on Saturday should bring their ID and health insurance card, if they have one. But the test if free without insurance. The event will be held at 4150 Yancey Road and is scheduled for 8-11 a.m.
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