Thursday, August 13, 2020 10:22 am

On Monday, August 3, Pacific County Health and Human Services received notice of three positive cases of COVID-19 in Pacific County. These positive cases are in addition to the 40 previously reported cases for a total of 43 cases. All three of these cases are identified as close contacts of previously disclosed positive cases. All are south county residents between 60-79 years old and isolating at home.

On Wednesday, August 5, five more positive cases were announced. These positive cases are in addition to the 43 previously reported cases for a total of 48 cases. These cases are 40+ years old. All six of these cases were discovered in the south county area. Two of these cases will not count towards Pacific County since they are residents of a different county.

A sixth case was initially counted and reported as a new case. This individual was previously reported as a confirmed case in another state. This person retested in Pacific County and was falsely reported as a new case. In accordance with CDC guidelines, it was determined that this individual did not represent a new infection, but as an on-going infection.

As of Sunday, August 9 there are currently 14 active cases being monitored by public health nurses, 8 confirmed cases and six probable cases.

Pacific County Health and Human Services strongly encourages the public to limit non-essential travel, maintain social distancing of at least six feet between persons, and practice personal protective measures to include: correctly wearing a mask/face covering in public, washing hands often with soapy water for at least 20 seconds, and avoid touching your face. For up to date information and guidance, please monitor the Pacific County Health and Human Services Facebook page or visit: www.pacificcountycovid19.com.