Coronavirus Update: Willington Elevated To Yellow Alert Level

From the Town of Willington:

November 6, 2020

As of yesterday Willington has been elevated to a Yellow Alert Level. This means the average daily rate of COVID-19 cases per 100,000 for Willington has risen to meet the 5-9 cases threshold. Our 2 week rate stands at 8.5 per 100,000. The reporting period is 10/18/20 – 10/31/20. Week 1 we had 2 cases and week 2 saw 5 cases.

What does this mean for Willington? We have been in constant communication with our local health district to monitor our case counts and will continue to work with the health district to assess our community’s needs. For now, we need to be aware that cases are on the rise and each do our part to help stop the spread. Please wear a mask, maintain physical separation, and wash your hands! As much as possible move activities outdoors. We need to follow the Phase 2.1 guidelines in effect as of today.

If you are concerned with exposure to COVID-19 the health district recommends you get tested. Equally important is for everyone to get a flu shot. See the attached flyers for local COVID Testing events as well as a Seasonal Flu Clinic. More information on COVID -19 testing, and much more, can be found at https://portal.ct.gov/coronavirus

This press release was produced by the Town of Willington. The views expressed are the author's own.