HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-02-14 Coronavirus Update #2This is a Civil Defense message.
This is a Coronavirus(COVID-19) informational update for Friday, February 14 at
2:30 in the afternoon.
The County of Hawaii and Department of Health along with other state and
federal partners are working closely to keep you safe and informed.
The Department of Health Reports:
• A visitor who exhibited cold -like symptoms while on Oahu from February 3
to 7 was diagnosed with coronavirus upon his return to Japan on February
8.
• The visitor was on Maui from January 28 to February 3 and did not display
any symptoms.
• The State is still seeking more details on his exact itinerary including which
places he visited and flights he was on.
• State officials are also working to identify who else might have had close
contact with the man and determine whether they are showing any signs of
illness.
AS A REMINDER:
The Department of Health recommends all persons practice good health and
hygiene while coughing and keeping hands clean.
If you need further information, please call;
• The Department of Health at 974-6001
• After-hours at 211
• Or, Visit www.health.hawi.iegc�.y
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• www.hawaiicounty.gov/active-alerts
Should any changes occur that may affect your safety this station will be updated.
Thank you for listening.
This is your Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency.