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Production on on the B.C. filmed CW show Riverdale has been shut down after a team member came into contact with someone infected with COVID-19.

In a statement, Warner Brothers Television said Wednesday that a team member was being tested, after having interacted with someone who tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

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“We are working closely with the appropriate authorities and health agencies in Vancouver to identify and contact all individuals who may have come into direct contact with our team member,” read the statement.

“The health and safety of our employees, casts and crews is always our top priority. We have and will continue to take precautions to protect everyone who works on our productions around the world.”

The statement said production would be suspended “out of an abundance of caution.” No information was given on how long the suspension might last.

Late Wednesday, IATSE 891 president Keith Woods sent an email to members who had previously worked or currently work on Riverdale and said it was a cast member who had come into contact with someone infected with COVID-19, and that the production would be calling a “Force Majeure” and suspending filming the rest of the week.