In the interest of keeping the residents of Indiantown informed and safe the Village has gathered important information regarding the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
COVID-19 is a new disease that is still being studied to better understand how it spreads and the causes of the disease. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), COVID-19 primarily spreads from person-to-person who are in close contact with one another through respiratory droplets of infected individuals. COVID-19 can be spread before infected individuals exhibit symptoms or feel sick.
As of 11:26 a.m. today 21 Florida residents have tested positive for COVID-19, 301 individuals in Florida have tested negative for COVID-19, and 147 individuals in Florida are awaiting test results. Currently, nobody has tested positive for COVID-19 in Indiantown, Martin County or bordering counties.
Protective Measures:
- Ensure the readiness of your disaster supply kit.
- Stay home when you are sick, except to get medical care.
- Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Clean frequently touched surfaces and objects daily.
- Practice social distancing and avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Discuss how your family may take care of sick family members while trying not to get infected. CDC Guidance for Home Care
- CDC Guidance for Community and Faith-Based Organizations
Sources with reliable information regarding COVID- 19:
- Florida Department of Health
- Call Center: 866-779-6121 (open 24/7) or email: COVID-19 [at] flhealth.gov
- Website: www.FloridaHealth.gov/COVID-19
- Twitter @HealthyFla
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FLDepartmentofHealth/
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Website: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
- Twitter: @CDCgov
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CDC/
- Martin County BOCC Webpage https://www.martin.fl.us/Coronavirus
- Twitter: @MartinCountyGov
- Facebook: Martin County Board of County Commissioners