COVID-19 Hotspots Found At South Bay Construction Sites: Report

SANTA CLARA COUNTY, CA — Santa Clara County health officials said workers at more than a dozen South Bay construction sites have tested positive for COVID-19, according to a published report.

Upwards of 10 workers at a Mountain View site have tested positive for the coronavirus and about 30 others were exposed to the virus, according to a San Jose Mercury News report citing the Santa Clara County Public Health Department.

Between three and five workers have tested positive for COVID-19 at two San Jose construction sites and at one Milpitas site, the report said. All three sites have been shut down at the Health Department’s request.

At least one worker has tested positive for the coronavirus at nine other construction sites, according to the report.

Santa Clara County construction was allowed to resume on May 4 after initially being shut down by shelter-in-place orders that went into effect March 17.

County Health Officer Dr. Sara Cody said the new COVID-19 cases reflect the urgent need for adherence to social distancing mandates as the gradual reopening of the economy and lifting of restrictions continues, the report said.

“These cases emphasize the fact that we are still in the midst of a pandemic,” Cody told The Mercury News.

“With additional sectors reopening, it is vital that everyone carefully follow social distancing protocols to ensure that workers are safe. This includes keeping physical distance and wearing a face covering.”

Read more in The San Jose Mercury News

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