Coronavirus Risk In Camden County Still 'Moderate': Report

CAMDEN COUNTY, NJ — Camden County is one of eight counties statewide that still has a “moderate” risk of coronavirus transmission, according to a new report.

As of Wednesday, there were 9,836 cases of the coronavirus in Camden County with 564 confirmed deaths. Twenty-six of those cases were reported on Wednesday. Trace investigations were underway in all new cases.

“We are wishing a fast and full recovery to everyone who has recently been diagnosed with this insidious disease,” Camden County Freeholder Director Louis Cappelli Jr. said. “No part of our community has gone untouched by this pandemic. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone who has lost a friend, loved one, or who is struggling to recover from a COVID-19-related illness. We will get through this if we work together, follow the guidance of public health experts, and trust that our sacrifices made today will lead to a better tomorrow.”

The New Jersey Department of Health's "COVID-19 Activity Level Report," which is issued weekly, says that New Jersey's statewide activity has dropped to "low" for the first time since the state began identifying its status in mid-February.

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The other seven counties that remain at a “moderate” risk include Burlington, Gloucester, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Salem and Union counties.

Thirteen counties, in particular, have shown significant progress since the state Department of Health has begun releasing weekly reports on the status of the outbreak.

The report also divides New Jersey into regions and assesses their rates of new cases, COVID-19-like illnesses and positivity rates. Gov. Phil Murphy said the new report provides regional metrics for health and safety risks "that have further guided our decision-making" in reopening New Jersey. Read more here: New NJ Report Shows ‘Moderate’ Coronavirus Activity In 8 Counties

With reporting by Tom Davis

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