Teaneck Officials Say Thanksgiving Gatherings Should Be Limited

TEANECK, NJ — Thanksgiving gatherings should be limited to immediate family in the township amid a surge in coronavirus cases, except for a few close friends and family members, the Teaneck Health Department announced Wednesday.

According to the department, limiting gathering size will play a role in making sure your Thanksgiving table doesn't turn into a coronavirus hot zone.

"Take as many health actions as possible: wear a mask, engage in social distancing, wash your hands, stay home if you’re ill, avoid anyone who is sick, and avoid touching your eyes/nose/mouth," the department said, in a coronavirus update.

They've also included these CDC recommendations for residents:

• do not gather around the dining room table with anyone outside of your household
• have a small dinner with only people who live in your household
• have a virtual celebration with family and friends who do not live in your house
• shop online (rather than in person) and avoid crowds (at malls, etc.)
• bundle up and move celebrations outdoors (limit the number of close relatives/friends)
• watch sport events, parades, and movies from home
• don’t travel during the holidays (travel increases the chance of getting/spreading COVID-19)
• stay home during the holiday season. It is the best way to protect yourself and others