HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-07-13 Coronavirus Update #1CIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY Date: July 13, 2020
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Incident: Coronavirus Update
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This is a COVID-19 informational update for Monday, July 13th
On today's update of COVID-19, the number of active cases, monitored by the
Department of Health, is eight. Of this, two are new cases and identified as travel
related. An active case is defined as an individual who has tested positive for the
Coronavirus and is presently monitored by the Department of Health.
It is so important that in traveling to the mainland, or hosting someone from the
mainland, that you exercise caution. Know that the conditions in most of the mainland
states continue to see a high rate of increases of people being infected by the virus.
In moving forward, know that the Coronavirus threat for Hawaii remains and we need to
follow preventive policies of face coverings, distancing, gatherings and cleanliness. As
a reminder wearing of face coverings is mandatory on Hawaii Island.
For your information, a drive up testing is scheduled today in North Kona at the
Keauhou Shopping Center. Hours are from 9:00 this morning `til 12:00 noon. Thank
you Alii Health for providing this service and the Hawaii National Guard and County
Task Force for helping.
Thank you for listening and thank you for doing your part to help keep Hawaii Island
safe.
This is your Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency.