N.C. COVID-19 case count reaches 1,307 with 20,864 tests complete; Dare County releases Monday update

In North Carolina, there are currently 1307 cases of COVID-19 in 74 counties with 20,864 tests complete.

There have been six fatalities in N.C. associated with COVID-19. Currently, the state is reporting 137 hospitalizations across the state from COVID-19 illness.

MONDAY DARE COUNTY UPDATE

Dare County has had only one positive test result, which was reported on March 25. Dare County Department of Health and Human Services will continue to report on any positive case as soon as possible. The official source for official information on positive test results is the local health department or NC Department of Health and Human Services.

The Dare County “Stay Home – Stay Healthy” order –  became effective on Saturday, March 28 and aligns with North Carolina’s Stay at Home Executive Order.

It is important to adhere to the Stay at Home order. Each and every person must do their part to reduce the spread of COVID 19 by maintaining social distancing because it is one of the most effective tools we have. Social distancing is not going to the beach with another family; social distancing is being with your immediate family and staying 6 feet or more away from non-family members. Remember that every additional individual you or your family has direct contact with (less than 6 feet for ten minutes or more) increases the risk of someone getting COVID-19. For the safety of you, your family and our community, please don’t make exceptions to this order of social distancing.

To view the frequently asked questions regarding the stay at home order that is in effect, click here. To reach the State’s COVID-19 information line, call 888-892-1162 or receive updates by texting COVIDNC to 898211.

Dare County
The Dare County COVID-19 Call Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and can be reached at 252.475.5008. Staff members are available to help address your questions.

For updated information regarding Dare County services and department operations, visit www.darenc.com/covidservices. A list of community resources is available for those impacted by COVID-19 at darenc.com/covidresources.

The next bulletin will be issued no later than 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 31.