COVID-19 (Coronavirus) UPDATE • March 29, 2020 •

Status in Wisconsin

• 1112 confirmed cases of COVID-19 have been identified in Wisconsin.
• Wisconsin has reported 13 deaths due to COVID-19.
• Wisconsin Department of Health Services keeps totals up to date at: http://dhs.wisconsin.gov/outbreaks
• Younger people, and particularly those who are 18 to 30 years old, aren’t immune to COVID-19. Anyone can contract COVID-19. So it’s important for everyone, including young and healthy people, to practice social distancing.
• Governor Evers issued a “Safer at Home” order in effect from March 25 through April 24. This prohibits all nonessential travel, with some exceptions as clarified and defined in the order.
  

Status in Oak Creek

• 143 positive cases of COVID-19 have been identified in Oak Creek.
• There have been 559 confirmed cases and 9 deaths due to COVID-19 reported in Milwaukee County.
• The Health Department is actively working to reduce the spread of disease in the community.
• If you are experiencing signs and symptoms of COVID-19, please remain home and call your health care provider.
• All playgrounds in Oak Creek will be closed until further notice. Playground equipment and basketball courts should not be used at this time.

Practice Everyday Preventative Actions

• Wash hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds. If not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching eyes, mouth, and nose with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with individuals that are sick.
• STAY HOME when you re sick. Remain at home for 24 hours after you no longer have a fever.
• Cover your sneeze and cough.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects or surfaces.
• Stay home except for addressing essential needs or business.

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