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<div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">The city of Phoenix continues to monitor and update protocols to safeguard residents from the spread of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). </span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">Phoenix's Water Services has suspended water shutoffs. Services will be temporarily restored to households disconnected due to unpaid bills to ensure residents can adhere to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations for frequent hand-washing. Customers will be responsible to pay for the water services delivered during this time. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">On Wednesday, Mar. 11, Governor Doug Ducey declared a public health emergency in Arizona surrounding increased concerns about Coronavirus (COVID-19). </span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">The declaration allows the state to use emergency funding and it also gives state health officials authority to procure needed medical supplies with the expectation of more cases. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">The city of Phoenix wants to remind residents that understanding the facts and maintaining good hygiene practices are the best way to safeguard from any of the season's viruses. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">Over the weekend, two Canadian passengers who flew on WestJet from Phoenix to Toronto on February 28, 2020 have tested positive for the coronavirus, according to Canadian Health Officials. <a target="_blank" href="/newsroom/aviation/1022">Learn more on the self-imposed protocols in place at Phoenix Sky Harbor</a>.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">Additionally, <a target="_blank" href="/newsroom/1023">Phoenix Public Library outlined the vigilance staff is taking to maintain the cleanliness of facilities and programs</a> following the precautions issued by county, state and federal officials. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">The Phoenix Convention Center & Venues also implemented all precautions issued by county, state and federal officials. A full list of the protocols implemented to safeguard guests can be seen at <a target="_blank" href="https://www.phoenixconventioncenter.com/">phoenixconventioncenter.com</a>. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">Because older adults are at increased risk for COVID-19 complications due to age or because of an underlying medical condition, so it is especially important to take actions to reduce risk of exposure. </span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;"></span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;">All 15 Phoenix Senior Centers have implemented precautions and protocols recommended by </span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;">county and state health officials to keep our older residents safe as they participate in events and activities at the senior centers. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">“In any health emergency situation, the most important thing to remember is educating yourself with factual information from reputable sources is key in staying healthy," Phoenix's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Director Brent Olson said.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">Arizona health and public safety agencies across the state are working together and are disseminating information on the virus, how it spreads, and how to protect yourself and family from the virus. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">To learn more, visit the CDC's 2019 Novel Coronavirus, Frequently Asked Questions page at <a target="_blank" href="https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html">cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html</a>.</span></div><br></div></html></div> | https://www.phoenix.gov/emergency | News | | em-and-hs | Coronavirus Information | EM & HS | | | | #ReadyPHX #PublicHealth #MaricopaHealthy @AZDHS | Public Health, Coronavirus, OSHEM, COVID-19, CDC | Tamra Ingersoll | 602-376-3981 | 602-534-6648 | | | tamra.ingersoll@phoenix.gov | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/MediaContact/Attachments/866/Tamra_Ingersoll.jpg | | | | | | | | CityofPhoenixAZ | |
