HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-09-29 Coronavirus UpdateCIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY Date: September 29, 2020
MEDIA UPDATE
Incident: Coronavirus Update
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This is a COVID-19 informational update for Tuesday, September 29th
On today's update of COVID-19, the number of new active cases, on Hawaii Island,
reported and monitored by the Department of Health is three (3). At this date, for
Hawaii Island, fifteen (15) are hospitalized. The Hilo Medical Center reports a total of
twenty-eight (28) deaths for Hawaii Island.
For your information, there is one Covid testing site for today in Puna at the Keaau High
School. Hours are from 9 this morning `til 1 this afternoon.
In efforts to control the spread of the Coronavirus on Hawaii Island, increased testing
will continue throughout the Island. When you are tested know that you are helping to
stop the spread of the virus. The cooperation and participation by residents throughout
the island has been tremendous. Thank you.
Hawaii County Police Department will continue their enforcement of the preventative
polices of face coverings, distancing, and gatherings. Know that these policies are
mandated and will be enforced. While on patrol, Police Officers will provide face
coverings to people they encounter who do not have one. Please accept this kuleana to
make Hawaii Safe.
Thank you for listening and have a safe week.
This is your Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency.