For Immediate Release
05/17/2020
Phone: 980-432-1800
Website: www.rowancountync.gov/covid-19
Email: covid-19@rowancountync.gov
Rowan County Case Information: https://bit.ly/rowan-covid19-hub
Anticipating Phase 2 of State Re-Opening Plan
As our community looks forward to additional easing of restrictions, it is imperative that we maintain caution and continue wearing masks while away from home. The Phase 1 executive order remains in effect until 5 p.m. on Friday, May 22.
This date does not mean an automatic transition to Phase 2, however. If data and key metrics indicate a need to maintain protective measures, the Governor may elect to keep the Phase 1 order in place.
The data and trends show that North Carolina remains stable nearly one week into Phase 1. According to a May 14 State Press Release, key pieces of information include:
- North Carolina’s syndromic surveillance trend for COVID-like illness is decreasing.
- North Carolina’s trajectory in percent of tests returning positive has been decreasing and is starting to level.
- North Carolina’s trajectory of hospitalizations is level.
Individuals and families can help by continuing to follow the 3 W’s. Whether working or shopping at local businesses, please remember to WEAR, WAIT, and WASH!
- Wear a cloth face covering
- Wait 6 feet apart/ avoid close contact
- Wash your hands often or use hand sanitizer
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Contact:
TJ Brown
704-216-8918
tj.brown@rowancountync.gov
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