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There are five new COVID-19 positive confirmations in the Township to report today. The total number of positive cases in Washington Township to date is twelve. One has recovered and been released from isolation. An increase was anticipated as testing becomes more prevalent. However, protect yourself by following the CDC guidelines and stay home as much as possible. The Washington Township Health Department continues to monitor the positive cases and the individuals remain in isolation.

Under CDC guidelines, you should:

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.

• Avoid handshakes. Try an elbow bump.

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

• If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.

• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. If you do not have a tissue, use your sleeve (not your hand).

• Get a flu shot to prevent the flu if you have not done so this season. 

The State of NJ has implemented the following:

• Stay home as per the directive of the Governor of New Jersey.

• Non-essential businesses are to close/adopt work from home practices..

• No groups larger than 10, observe social distancing while out.

Protect yourself from COVID-19 by practicing social distancing. If you’re sick call your health care provider. Call your doctor or hospital FIRST before driving. 

Morris County has opened a drive-through COVID-19 testing center. For more information/to make an appointment, visit: https://health.morriscountynj.gov/COVIDTesting

Atlantic Health is in need of protective masks. Please visit their website to see how you can help by making masks at home.

Walking trails are open but playgrounds and athletic fields/courts are closed. Please visit this map put together by one of the Township’s Eagle Scouts to find a trail off the beaten path.

Mayor Matthew T. Murello