HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-08-12 Coronavirus UpdateCIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY Date: August 12, 2020
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This is a COVID-19 informational update for Wednesday, August 12tH
On today's update of COVID-19, the number of active cases monitored by the
Department of Health is sixteen. There is one new case for Hawaii Island who is being
monitored by the Department of Health. At this date for Hawaii Island, no one is
hospitalized
For your information, an 'Ohana food service is scheduled today in Puna at the Keaau
High School. Distribution begins at 10:00 am. A drive through testing is also scheduled
today in North Kona at the Keauhou Shopping Center. Hours are from 9:00 in the
morning `til noon.
Do know that the State of Hawaii has reinstated the 14 -day quarantine for inter -island
travel effective yesterday, August 11th. This change was due to the high percentage of
travel related cases of Coronavirus in the State of Hawaii. Information on the revised
inter -island quarantine exemptions are available at the Civil Defense website or by
calling Civil Defense at 935-0031. Please understand that there will be some problems
with the transition from the State to the County handling the inter -island travel
exemptions process. We appreciate your patience while we adjust the system to meet
your needs.
The high increase of positive cases on Oahu have been identified as closely related to
people disregarding the policies of gatherings, distancing and face coverings. This
demonstrates how easy the virus can spread and the need of your help in following the
policies of prevention. Thank you for doing your part to keep 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 great day.
This is your Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency.