HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-09-28 Coronavirus UpdateCIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY Date: September 28, 2020
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Incident: Coronavirus Update
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This is a COVID-19 informational update for Monday, September 28th
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 zero (0). An active case is
defined as an individual who has tested positive for the Coronavirus and is presently
monitored by the Department of Health. 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 are two Covid testing sites for today, the first in Hilo at the
Afook Chinen Civic, access through Kuawa Street and the second in North Kona at the
Keauhou Shopping Center. Both are from 9 this morning `til 12 noon.
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.