HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-08-06 Coronavirus UpdateCIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY Date: August 6, 2020
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This is a COVID-19 informational update for Thursday, August 6th.
On today's update of COVID-19, the number of active cases monitored by the
Department of Health for Hawaii Island is seven. At this date, for Hawaii Island, there
are no new cases and no one is hospitalized.
Due to the high increase of positive cases on Oahu, State and City and County Officials
of Honolulu are reviewing for possible changes on policies. As soon as details are
known of any changes that may affect this Island, you will be notified. As previously
informed, the increase of positive cases on Hawaii Island these past few days were
primarily travel related which emphasizes the importance of caution while traveling. We
should all be aware of the need for care in traveling, including travel to Oahu.
We must continue to follow the preventive measures of face coverings, cleanliness,
keeping yourself healthy, of staying at home when sick, and special care of gatherings
and distancing. Preventative measures are so very important, especially when
socializing in groups; please be considerate of those around you. Thank you for help in
keeping our neighbors, friends, family, and community safe.
As a reminder, do know the wearing of face masks is mandatory on the Island of
Hawaii.
Thank you for listening, have a safe day.
This is your Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency.