COVID-19 (Coronavirus) UPDATE • March 23, 2020 •

Status in Wisconsin

• As of March 23, 2020 of the total individuals tested, 7050 were negative and 416 were positive.
• Wisconsin Department of Health Services keeps totals up to date at: http://dhs.wisconsin.gov/outbreaks
• Governor Evers has:
  • closed schools indefinitely.
  • prohibited gatherings of more than 10 people.
  • restricted bars and restaurants to carry-out and delivery services only. No one may eat or drink in the establishment.
  • restricted the size of all child care settings to 10 staff and fewer than 50 children.
  • ordered hair salons, day spas, nail salons, barber shops, tattoo parlors, body art establishments, and tanning facilities closed.
  • issued “Safer at Home” order to go into effect Tuesday, March 24.

Status in Oak Creek

• Seven positive case of COVID-19 have been identified in Oak Creek.
• There is evidence of community spread of COVID-19 in Milwaukee County, meaning individuals who have not traveled or had contact with a confirmed case have tested positive.
• The Health Department is actively working to reduce the spread of disease in the community.
• If you are experiencing signs and symptoms of COVID-19, please remain home and call your health care provider.
• Effective March 22, 2020, all playgrounds in Oak Creek will be closed until further notice. Playground equipment should not be used at this time.

Practice Everyday Preventative Actions

• Wash hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds. If not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching eyes, mouth, and nose with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with individuals that are sick.
• STAY HOME when you re sick. Remain at home for 24 hours after you no longer have a fever.
• Cover your sneeze and cough.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects or surfaces.
• Avoid gatherings of more than 10 people.
• Avoid travel to countries and states with sustained community spread of COVID-19.

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