Highlights of Iowa Governor’s proclamation (4/16) for “Region 6 specific”:
The affected Counties: Allamakee, Benton, Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Clayton, Delaware, Dubuque, Fayette, Grundy, Howard, Jones, Linn, Winneshiek
Governor’s data was reviewed and region 6 was elevated to a level 10.
This is due in part to the
• Long term care facility outbreaks
• Severity of illness / rate of hospitalization.
• Increase in virus activity in this region of the state
Effective at 11:59 p.m. April 16, 2020 -in all Region 6 counties – The Governor has ordered the following:
• All gatherings for social, community, recreational, sporting, or leisure activities cease through April 30th.
****YOU MAY ONLY GATHER WITH MEMBERS OF YOUR HOUSEHOLD ******
• This 2-week time frame covers 1 incubation period of the virus and is intended to reduce the risk of further exposing yourself or others.
Limited exceptions will be made for
• Churches, Spiritual, Religious, Weddings, and Funerals which will continue to be restricted to 10 people
• For individuals caring for family members outside of their immediate household.
The Governor has also ordered social distancing of a minimum of 6 feet in public places outside of your home.
This does not apply to Iowans leaving for employment. (more detail in proclamation)
Businesses are encouraged to follow guidance provided by the Iowa DPH regarding infection prevention measures to protect employees / customers.
Residents of Region 6 and all Iowans should:
• Stay home as much as possible
• Leave only for essential errands
• Work from home if you can
• If you are required to work at a physical location practice
careful hygiene and maintain social distancing / disinfect
your work area frequently
• Isolate at home if you or a member of your household is
sick
• If you need medical attention, call your doctor first
Read the official proclamation here.