As part of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services’ (NCDHHS) seven statewide recommendations to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, the state is recommending that employers use teleworking technologies to the greatest extent possible, stagger work schedules, and consider canceling non-essential travel. In accordance with state guidelines, effective immediately Dare County has announced that all work-related out-of-county travel for employees is prohibited.
The state also recommends events that draw more than 100 people to be canceled, postponed, modified or offered online by streaming services. Effective immediately, all gatherings that are scheduled to be held in county facilities with more than 100 people in attendance are canceled.
It is important that everyone, including those who are not at higher risk for severe illness, follow the seven NC DHHS recommendations for the next 30 days. At that point, the NC DHHS will reassess the situation. Dare County will continue to support the guidance provided by the state and closely monitor this dynamic evolving situation.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information and recommendations, rely on these trusted sources:
- Dare County Department of Health and Human Services: www.darenc.com/covid19
- NC Department of Health and Human Services: www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus
- CDC – U.S. and global updates: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
