Somerset County Cancels Coronavirus Testing Friday Due To Weather

BRANCHBURG, NJ — Somerset County has canceled new coronavirus testing at Raritan Valley Community College on Friday due to anticipated bad weather.

Residents who had appointments on Friday will be switched to Tuesday. Next week, the testing sit, at 118 Lamington Rd. in Branchburg, will be open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, May 7.

Severe storms are expected to impact New Jersey over the next three days that could pack 60-mph winds and cause damage and power outages. Read More: NJ Weather: Thunderstorms, 60-MPH Winds Expected

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Residents must have a valid doctor's prescription, ID and an appointment. Testing is free of charge and only available to Hunterdon and Somerset County residents, age five and older.

Residents can make an appointment by registering at: somerset-hunterdon.adlabscovidtest.com. Those without access to a computer can call 908-237-7150.

Anyone who does not have an appointment and a valid prescription or written order from their physician will be turned away.

Residents with an appointment are asked to use the main entrance to the college campus, off of Route 28. For the safety, health and security of staff and volunteers, patients must arrive by car or they will not be seen.

Additional dates will be offered based on the availability of resources. Check co.somerset.nj.us/covid19status for updates.

For more information, contact coronavirus@co.somerset.nj.us.

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