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East Hanover Coronavirus Update As Of April 24, 2020
'East Hanover has had 104 confirmed cases. Of the 106 cases, 69 cases are closed meaning that all appropriate protocols were taken.'
April 24, 2020
Coronavirus Update: Tuesday, April 24, 2020
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This is East Hanover Mayor Joe Pannullo with a special announcement. This is our Friday update.
Please be advised the East Hanover Health Department has informed us that since the beginning of the corona virus outbreak, East Hanover has had 104 confirmed cases. Of the 106 cases, 69 cases are closed meaning that all appropriate protocols were taken; the isolation period is over and completed according to the NJ State Department of Health guidelines. There are still 2 9 open cases and 6 of the 2 9 are hospitalized. The remaining 23 cases remain home quarantined. Sadly, we report that there have been 8 fatalities in East Hanover due to the coronavirus.
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We ask that you pray for those who have the virus and to pray for those families that have lost their loved ones. It is very important more than ever to practice safe social distancing.
Individuals with mild symptoms should stay home if they are sick and follow the guidance of their health care provider.
We ask that you patronize our local businesses by using technology to make your purchases on line, as well as patronize our restaurants by using their takeout and delivery services.
I would like to also thank all of our first responders; they are all doing a great job.
As you can see, the numbers are still increasing; so please, if at all possible, stay at home. If you must go out, please wear a mask and practice safe social distancing. This is the most critical period of this virus. Please be smart and safe. The life you may save may be your own or your family or friends.
For additional information, call the NJ COVID-19 Information Public Call Center at 1- 800-962-1253 or call NJ 211 or text NJCOVID to 898-211 to receive text information and to stay informed.
To receive live text assistance, residents can text their zip code to 898-211.
The NJ Department of Human Services operates a toll free "warm line," which is a resource for people seeking mental health services - (877) 294-HELP (4357).
If you have any questions, please call me on my cell at 973-418-5859. Thank you.
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