COVID-19 Update June 26, 2020

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It’s important to remember that COVID-19 is still with us. Each of us plays a vital role in continuing to stop the spread and keep each other healthy. Even as some businesses will be permitted to reopen under Governor Abbott’s order, we urge residents to help us contain the spread by continuing to work and play virtually, use face coverings if you have to be out, and support contact tracing efforts. 

On Thursday, June 11, Harris County announced a new color-coded system to inform residents regarding the current level of risk from COVID-19 and actions they strongly urge residents to take to stay healthy, save lives, and ensure the local economy recovers in a way that is sustainable over the long term.

Current Level: Level 1: Stay Home

What this means:

Level one signifies a severe and uncontrolled level of COVID-19 in Harris County, meaning outbreaks are present and worsening and that testing and contact tracing capacity is strained or exceeded. At this level, residents take action to minimize contact with others wherever possible and avoid leaving home except for the most essential needs like going to the grocery store for food and medicine.

Regardless of the current level indicated, all residents should continue social distancing, frequent hand washing, and the use of face coverings until there is a vaccine or a treatment for the virus. Additionally, residents exposed to COVID-19 should quarantine for 14 days regardless of level indicated.

For additional information please visit www.readyharris.org/stay-safe.