HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-10-12 Coronavirus UpdateCIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY Date: October 12, 2020
MEDIA UPDATE
Incident: Coronavirus Update
This is a Civil Defense message.
Time: 10:00 AM
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Update #: 1
This is a COVID-19 informational update for Monday, October 12tH
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 five (5). 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, nine (9) are
hospitalized. A total of thirty-seven (37) deaths have been reported on Hawaii Island.
Our condolences to their families and friends.
On scheduled testing, a district test, which is open to the public, is scheduled for today
in North Kona at the Keauhou Shopping Center from 9 this morning `til noon. A spot
test, which is not open to the general public, is also scheduled today in North Kona at
the La'ilani Complex for complex residents. A district test is scheduled tomorrow,
Tuesday, for Hilo at the Prince Kuhio Plaza parking lot from 10 in the morning `til 2 in
the afternoon. Understand that the importance of testing is to identify positive cases as
early as possible and in this way help stop the spread of the Coronavirus.
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.
The Hawaii Police Department will continue their enforcement of the preventive policies
of face coverings, distancing, and gatherings. Know that these policies are mandated
and will be enforced. Please accept this kuleana to make Hawaii Safe.
Thank you for listening and have a safe day.
This is your Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency.