Latest Port Washington Coronavirus Updates

PORT WASHINGTON, NY- The new coronavirus outbreak in New York and across the nation is having vast impacts in Port Washington including the closure of schools and many businesses.

The number of cases of the illness caused by the virus, known as COVID-19, continue to rise everywhere. As of Monday, 66,497 have tested positive for the virus in New York. In Nassau County, there are 7,344 positive cases, according to New York State Public Health Department. Executive Laura Curran announced Monday that the death toll in Nassau County has now jumped to 48. The ages of the latest patients to succumb to the virus range from 42 to 87-years-old. Along the Port Washington peninsula, there are currently 55 positive cases of the virus, according to this Nassau County map.

To minimize the spread of the virus, Curran is asking funeral homes and cemeteries to refrain from holding large wakes and funerals at this time.

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"I know this is hard but we are diligently working with funeral directors for guidance on how to handle services during COVID-19 so we can safely grieve our loved ones," she said Monday.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo has also extended his order for all nonessential workers to stay home for another two weeks, stretching the state's shutdown to April 15 amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Donations in Port Washington:

The Port Washington-Manhasset Office of Emergency Management and Port Washington Fire Department are in need of medical supplies to protect first responders in the field. Items needed include N95 masks, gloves, hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes. To learn how you can help, please view the following stories for details:

• Port Washington Coronavirus: FD In Need Of Medical Supplies
• Port Washington-Manhasset OEM In Need Of Medical Supplies

Port Washington Businesses

All non-essential businesses in Port Washington remain closed until further notice, per the governor's executive order. The village has created a link that includes what types of businesses are exempt from the order.

Nassau County is urging businesses to take ten minutes to respond to its economic impact survey at www.hofstra.edu/economicimpact. Feedback will help the county’s Coronavirus Economic Advisory Council assess the financial impact of COVID-19 on the local economy and help secure support from state and federal partners.

Port Washington Schools

Port Washington Schools remain closed until at least April 15, per Gov. Andrew Cuomo's order. According to Port Washington Free Union School District officials, they are currently finalizing the district’s distance learning plans for each grade level

"We will keep you informed and ask that you continue to be patient as we work through these unchartered territories," Superintendent Michael J. Hynes said in a recent letter to parents. "Please rest assured that our entire district team is working tirelessly and collaboratively to ensure that even during these challenging circumstances, we deliver the high-quality education you expect for your children."

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