East Hanover's Coronavirus Update As Of May 1, 2020

Press release from the Township of East Hanover:

May 01, 2020

Coronavirus Update: Friday, May 1, 2020

Hello:

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 120 confirmed cases. Of the 120 cases, 70 cases are closed meaning that all appropriate protocols were taken; the isolation period is over and completed according the NJ State Department of Health guidelines. There are still 40 open cases and 5 of the 40 are hospitalized. The remaining 3 5 cases remain home quarantined. Sadly we report that there have been 10 fatalities in East Hanover due to the coronavirus.

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 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's or friends.

The East Hanover Township Police Department is concerned that all of us be careful about scam artists calling our citizens, particularly our senior citizens. These scam artists are asking you for money under the false pretense that a loved one is in trouble and may need money from you for your son, daughter, or grandchild for bail money etc. This in all likelihood is a scam. This has been going on throughout the State of NJ. If you receive a call as we just described, please hang up and notify our police department immediately by calling 973-887-0432.

For additional information regarding the corona virus 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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