Updated 11/25/2020 at 1:52 pm
Positive COVID-19 Cases: 2285 ​
COVID-19 Deaths: 22
Hospitalizations to Date: 40
Currently Hospitalized: 6

SYMPTOMS OF COVID-19

**COVID-19 can be present with no symptoms**
Cough
Fever
Shortness of Breath
Sore Throat
Sinus Congestion
Fatigue
Headache
Loss of Taste and Smell
Chills & Rigors
Body Aches & Pains
Vomiting & Diarrhea
​Nausea & Abdominal Pain
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Washington State Department of Health has established a call center to answer questions from the public about COVID-19. If you have questions about what is happening in Washington State, how the virus is spread and what to do if you have symptoms, call their hotline at 1-800-525-0127 and press #.

what if i have symptoms or have been exposed TO COVID-19?

WHAT IS COvid-19?

Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses. They usually cause mild respiratory illnesses like the common cold. There have been coronaviruses that cause more severe illnesses, such as SARS and MERS. A new type of coronavirus called 2019 novel coronavirus or COVID-19 has been identified. COVID-19 was first detected in Wuhan, China in December 2019. The virus has since spread throughout China and to other international locations, including the U.S. This is an emerging disease, and the information available is developing over time. ​

HOW IS IT SPREAD?

SYMPTOMS & RISK 

Symptoms may appear in as few as 2 days or as long as 14 days after exposure to the virus. These symptoms may include a fever, cough, and difficulty breathing.  A person's individual risk depends on their exposure to the virus. Some people have an increased risk of infection, especially those who have had close contact with a positive COVID-19 patient, or those who have traveled recently to an area with community spread.

​PREVENTION

Return to Work/School Algorithm

STAY INFORMED

MANDATORY MASK RULE

As of July 7, 2020, face coverings are required statewide in all public spaces because they are effective in slowing the spread of COVID-19, especially when combined with 6 feet of physical distance. 
  • The governor’s Safe Start order and the Department of Labor & Industries require employers to provide at no cost appropriate face coverings or masks that must be worn by all employees who don’t work alone.
  • The secretary of Health has ordered all individuals to wear a face covering in any indoor public setting or when outdoors and unable to maintain 6 feet of physical distance from others.
  • The governor’s statewide order directing businesses to  require and enforce the use of face coverings by all customers or clients.
For more information, review the Overview of Mask Order document provided by the Governor's Office .

SAFE START WASHINGTON

On November 15, Governor Inslee announced a four-week statewide set of restrictions in response to the rapid spread of the COVID-19 virus under the “STAY SAFE– STAY HEALTHY” ROLLBACK OF COUNTY-BY-COUNTY PHASED REOPENING RESPONDING TO A COVID-19 OUTBREAK SURGE."   The new restrictions are outlined here and go into effect November 17.  The requirements and allowances for business operations and gatherings change regularly. Stay up to date through the re-opening guidance by visiting the Governor's COVID-19 Resources page. 
EMPLOYERS: Click here for guidance on contact tracing and COVID-19 response in your workplace. Workplace safety and health complaints may be submitted to the L&I Call Center: (1-800-423-7233). General questions from employers about the Safe Start plan can be directed to the state’s Business Response Center. 

county PRESS RELEASES 

Month of November 2020
For previous Press Releases click here
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