It is noted that of 624 passengers, 61 were diagnosed with coronavirus.
“To determine the variant of the coronavirus, the samples were sent for further research at RIVM.
The omicron variant was identified in 13 positive tests, ”the statement said.
Earlier in the center "Vector" Rospotrebnadzor reported that the new strain of coronavirus "omicron" causes serious concern among scientists and requires immediate and comprehensive study.
On November 25, it became known that scientists have identified a new strain of coronavirus in Botswana, South Africa and Hong Kong, which could potentially become the most dangerous.
Later it was designated by the Greek letter "omicron".