The Big Brother house been locked down (?) as a precautionary measure due to a crew member being exposed to someone who tested positive to the coronavirus pandemic.

An Endemol Shine Australia spokesperson told Seven News: “We have been made aware that a Big Brother crew member has been exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. The crew member is currently feeling well and showing no symptoms of the virus, however, is being tested and is now self-isolating.”

As a precaution, the site is currently in lockdown pending testing and further advice.

“We continue to work within all Federal and State guidelines and will always make the health, safety and well-being of our cast and crew our number one priority. Housemates have been brought up to date with the current situation,” the spokesperson said.

Housemates were also told of the worldwide pandemic last week.

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