LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Lake County’s Public Health officer on Monday said a second positive case of COVID-19 has been identified in the county.
On Sunday, Dr. Gary Pace reported that the first positive case in Lake County had been identified, and was an individual who had been in contact with a known case at an out-of-county workplace, as Lake County News has reported.
On Monday, Pace said the second case was confirmed, and it’s a family member of the first patient to test positive.
“There continue to be no signs of community transmission in Lake County,” Pace said.
He called Monday’s development “not unexpected,” adding that it reinforces the fact precautions must be taken.
Pace said people should:
– Stay at home (and in contact with those in your immediate household, only) except for essential business;
– Isolate, even from family, if you develop symptoms;
– Wash your hands frequently; and
– Use cloth masks (not N95 or surgical masks) when out of the house.
“People strictly following these rules will give us the best chance of keeping the spread slow enough it is manageable for our medical facilities,” he said.
Pace said that anyone ignoring the shelter-in-place order, which went into effect on March 19, is breaking the law. They’re also running the risk of jeopardizing family and friends’ health, as well as the health of the vulnerable people in their area.
For Lake County-specific Coronavirus information, visit the Lake County Health Services Department’s website, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Public Health during business hours at 707-263-8174.
Second positive case of COVID-19 identified in Lake County
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