(Hartford, Conn./WTIC)-The Connecticut Health Department announced Thursday that it will investigate the Three Rivers Nursing Home in Norwich after a Covid-19 Outbreak infected 13 residents and two staff members. One resident has since died and several are hospitalized.“This unfortunate outbreak underscores the need for all of us to keep our guard up in the fight against COVID-19,” said Acting DPH Commissioner Deidre S. Gifford, MD MPH.“COVID is still present in our communities and the virus can spread quickly if we do not remain vigilant about controlling the infection."Gifford says the analysis will determine how the virus was introduced into the nursing home. Gifford adds, "We are investigating all aspects of this facility’s infection control practices, including appropriate cohorting, PPE use by staff, and appropriate staff screening.” The probe will also determine the level of compliance by the nursing home regarding one of Governor Ned Lamont's Executive orders, which mandates weekly testing for all nursing home staff.At the Governor's afternoon briefing, Gifford stated that if appropriate citations or fines may be issued.