High Winds Close Union County Coronavirus Testing Center Early

UNION COUNTY, NJ — High winds have caused the Union County new coronavirus drive-thru testing center to close early on Thursday.

The facility, at the Kean University Campus on Morris Avenue in Union Township, will reopen on Friday at 9 a.m.

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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The facility is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. Testing is free.

The Union County testing center is available to Union County residents who are experiencing coronavirus symptoms. Union County residents with symptoms who wish to be tested should call 908-214-7107.

First responders and front-line health workers who are experiencing symptoms can also contact the center, regardless of where they live. First responders and front-line health workers can call 908-373-5105.

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