NEWS

 

This is an emerging, rapidly evolving situation and updated information will be provided as it becomes available.

The information on this page was last updated on 4/23/2020.

COVID-19 in Mecklenburg County: 1377 cases diagnosed, 37 related deaths

Mecklenburg County residents are under a County Stay at Home Order and a State of North Carolina Stay at Home order. Both orders require residents to:

• Remain at home and avoid non-essential contact with others.
• Limit trips for groceries, gas, and other essentials.
• If you must go out, stay at least 6 feet from others at all times.
• What is or is not allowed?

EVERYONE, even people who are young and healthy, must stay home (except for activities considered essential) and practice physical social distancing to slow the spread of COVID-19. If there is a question about which Order to follow, the Order that is the most restrictive in any circumstance should be followed.

To learn more about the County Stay at Home Order, call (704) 353-1926, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Social Distancing Works

If each infected person spreads the virus to two other people, the chain of infection grows exponentially. Avoiding even one social transmission early can significantly reduce the number of infections. It is possible that an infected person can infect others before they show symptoms.

 

Other Important Information

• Public schools are closed until May 15
• Restaurants and bars are closed for dine-in service.
• A Level 4 Travel Advisory has been issued warning all Americans to avoid international travel.

Trusted information sources for Mecklenburg County and North Carolina:

• C. Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS)
• Centers for Disease Control (CDC)