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Governor Northam Issues Statewide Stay at Home Order

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Commonwealth of Virginia
Office of Governor Ralph S. Northam
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE · March 30, 2020
Office of the Governor
Governor Northam Issues Statewide
Stay at Home Order
RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today issued a statewide Stay at Home order to protect the health and safety of Virginians and mitigate the spread of the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19. The executive order takes effect immediately and will remain in place until June 10, 2020, unless amended or rescinded by a further executive order.
The order directs all Virginians to stay home except in extremely limited circumstances. Individuals may leave their residence for allowable travel, including to seek medical attention, work, care for family or household members, obtain goods and services like groceries, prescriptions, and others as outlined in Executive Order Fifty-Three, and engage in outdoor activity with strict social distancing requirements.
The executive order also directs all Virginia institutions of higher education to stop in-person classes and instruction. Private campgrounds must close for short-term stays, and beaches will be closed statewide except for fishing and exercise.
“We are in a public health crisis, and we need everyone to take this seriously and act responsibly,” said Governor Northam. “Our message to Virginians is clear: stay home. We know this virus spreads primarily through human-to-human contact, and that’s why it’s so important that people follow this order and practice social distancing. I’m deeply grateful to everyone for their cooperation during this unprecedented and difficult time.”
The full text of Executive Order Fifty-Five can be found here.
Last week, Governor Northam issued Executive Order Fifty-Three closing certain non-essential businesses, prohibiting public gatherings of more than 10 people, and directing all K-12 schools to remain closed for the rest of the academic year. A Frequently Asked Questions guide about Executive Order Fifty-Three can be found here.
For the latest information about the COVID-19 outbreak, visit virginia.gov/coronavirusor CDC.gov/coronavirus.

City Council Sets Special Electronic Meeting to Consider Continuity and Policy, and Discuss Tax Relief Related to COVID-19 Pandemic

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The City Council will hold a “Special Meeting by Electronic Communications Means” on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at 6 p.m. to consider four items to address the COVID-19 pandemic emergency; and to discuss tax relief necessitated by the pandemic.

People wanting to comment should follow a two-step registration process:

  1. Register at https://vbgov.webex.com/vbgov/onstage/g.php?MTID=e871f2421f8196abfb20bee4e6e94208f

  2. Register with the City Clerk’s Office by calling (757) 385-4303or via email at ABarnes@vbgov.com prior to 5:30 p.m. on March 31, 2020.

GOVERNOR NORTHAM LIVE PRESS CONFERENCE 2pm TODAY

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Everyone Must Do Their Part: Mayor Urges Compliance to Stop the Spread of COVID-19

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Businesses in violation of Governor Northam’s Executive Order may be charged with a Class 1 misdemeanor, which in punishable by up to 12 months in jail, a fine of up to $2,500, or both.

However, if you must go out, it doesn’t matter whether you are walking along the boardwalk, standing in line for food at a restaurant or shopping inside a home improvement store. Do not congregate in groups and keep six feet away from other people. It is as simple–and as important–as that if we are going to contain the outbreak.

Sentara Healthcare warns people about COVID-19 in-home testing scam

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Story at 13NewsNow.com

In one of its COVID-19 email updates, Sentara said: “We are heartsick that in the midst of a national health crisis, scammers would use our name to prey on worried people.”

Sentara said the person who got the call contacted it, and Sentara, in turn, reached out to police

“Sentara Healthcare said Thursday test results for the coronavirus could take 10 or more days”

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Story at SouthsideDaily.com:

Young said there is a very small percentage of tests being sent to the state lab because the Virginia Department of Health requires patients tested to meet certain criteria, such as travel history and particular symptoms.

People who don’t meet the criteria have to look to private labs for answers which creates a backlog.

Our Volunteers are now required to wear a face mask on every call.

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“By comparison, both New York and Washington had tested residents at nearly 10 times the rate as Virginia.”

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Article at Pilotonline.com:

With the high demand for testing, there has also been a higher turnaround time for results. Sentara officials said Thursday that results can take 10 days or longer, up from the four- to seven-day estimate the hospital system put out March 16 when it started drive-thru testing.

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#BREAKTHECHAIN NOW

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⚠️COVID-19 CLOSURES UPDATE⚠️ With the health and safety of our community in mind, the following closures are in effect as of Thursday, March 26: 🚨All playgrounds, basketball and volleyball courts, dog parks, and skate parks are CLOSED 🚨The larger playgrounds at signature parks (including Grommet Island at the Oceanfront, Kids Cove at Mount Trashmore, Little Island, Red Wing, and several others) have been barricaded with signage indicating closed until further notice. Although the 150+ other playgrounds at smaller parks and neighborhood parks will not be barricaded, they are still declared closed and citizens are not permitted to use them 🚨Signage has been placed at the high use basketball courts indicting closed until further notice. 🚨Volleyball courts have had their nets removed. 🚨The gates of the dog parks and skate parks are locked with signage placed indicating closed until further notice. ⚠️ If shelters continue to be gathering spots for groups, we can and will close them (in other words, please don't make us!) If we all follow the guidelines and maintain social distance, we can slow the spread of this virus which is our top concern. ➡️ For more updates on recreation centers, child care, and other programs, please read the FAQ document on our website VBgov.com/parks

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“23” COVID-19 CASES IN VIRGINIA BEACH

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That number, as horrific it is, gives a false sense of security of the real number of Cases already in Virginia Beach.

Visit VDH for current Official Info.

“WE BELIEVE IN POWER FOR THE PEOPLE” VIRGINIA HEALTH DEPARTMENT – GIVE DEVELOPERS TOOLS RIGHT NOW TO SAVE LIVES! NOW!

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PLEASE GET THIS LINK TO DECISION MAKERS IN THE GOVERNORS & VDH OFFICES NOW

DOWNLOAD GRAPHICS ABOVE IN PDF TO SHARE (3 page PDF)

Stop the hysteria. Share the truth. BREAK THE CHAIN NOW.

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CALL FOR ARTISTS

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​The City of Virginia Beach Cultural Affairs Department is seeking an artist to create a stunning new Gateway to the Bay!⁠ ⁠ In collaboration with the Bayfront Advisory Commission and partnering City departments, we've identified a new gateway mural opportunity to welcome visitors to our Chesapeake Bay communities and beaches! ⁠ ⁠ We're looking to engage an artist or artist-led team to create large-scale murals on the 12 columns and headers on both sides of the Shore Drive underpass at Route 13. The deadline to submit is May 1, 2020 at 5pm.⁠ ⁠ For a list of requirements, project specifics and how to apply, please visit the link in our bio 👆 #vbarts #calltoartists #virginiabeach #publicart #murals #shoredrive #chesapeakebay #art

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MAYOR DYER COVID-19 UPDATE. IF WE DO NOT VOLUNTARILY COMPLY WITH THESE EFFORTS . . .

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There are national, state and local declarations of emergency in place and we are following the guidance from the Virginia Department of Health as well the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO) to provide for the safety of our citizens and employees.

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SEE UNSAFE BUSINESSES ?

HERE’S WHO TO CALL:

Information Hotlines

  • The Health Districts of Hampton Roads COVID-19 Hotline: 757-683-2745 (8 AM – 6 PM Monday-Saturday, 11 AM – 4 PM Sunday)
  • The Virginia Department of Health hotline: 877-ASK-VDH3

Latest from VBGOV.com COVID EMERGENCY site

March 20, 2020

In order to “flatten the curve” of COVID-19, Virginia Governor Ralph S. Northam issued a Public Health Emergency Order mandating that all restaurants, fitness centers, and theaters “reduce seating capacity to 10 patrons” at a given time. To meet this mandate, the Virginia Beach Department of Public Health (Health Department) and the Virginia Beach Police Department are working together to protect the health and safety of the community. In doing so, we are educating local establishments to insure voluntary compliance. Please be informed that noncompliance with the emergency order may result in the suspension of the establishment’s operating permit.

We recognize the important service these establishments provide in our community, not only through the provision of food, drink, and entertainment, but also by supporting our local economy. However, to reduce the spread of COVID-19 virus, everyone must work together. The Health Department are asking restaurants, fitness centers, and theaters to strictly adhere to the executive order until otherwise noted. While we do not intend to assertively patrol local businesses in search of those in violation of this order, we will respond to complaints for such violations as authorized in the Public Health Emergency Order. By working together we will stay strong, healthy, and overcome the challenges posed by this disease.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the Health Department at 757-518-2700 or the Police Department at 757-385-4097.

SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SMALL BUSINESS EMBRACING PROTECTING OTHER HUMANS!

Virginia Beach asks for ‘voluntary compliance’ of COVID-19 gathering order; business permits to be suspended for noncompliance

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“A second US Navy sailor aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer has tested positive for the coronavirus, the Navy said Wednesday.”

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The coronavirus is starting to spread on a US Navy warship, and the flattop’s crew is scrambling to stop it

The Navy has reported multiple cases aboard several different ships, the first of which was the Boxer currently at port in San Diego, California. The latest marks the first time two sailors assigned to the same ship have tested positive.

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Severe Outcomes Among Patients with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) — United States, February 12–March 16, 2020 Early Release / March 18, 2020 / 69

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View update at CDC.gov

What is already known about this topic?
Early data from China suggest that a majority of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) deaths have occurred among adults aged ≥60 years and among persons with serious underlying health conditions.
What is added by this report?
This first preliminary description of outcomes among patients with COVID-19 in the United States indicates that fatality was highest in persons aged ≥85, ranging from 10% to 27%, followed by 3% to 11% among persons aged 65–84 years . . .