First Case Of Coronavirus Confirmed In West Deptford

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This article originally appeared on the West Deptford Patch

WEST DEPTFORD, NJ — A 46-year-old West Deptford woman has tested positive for new coronavirus, Gloucester County officials announced Tuesday morning. It is the first case of the virus reported in West Deptford, and is among 19 total that have been reported in Gloucester County.

No additional information about this case or any of the other six new cases in the county reported Tuesday morning was immediately available. Trace investigations in this and the following cases are underway:

  • A 49-year-old man from Mullica Hill;

  • A 72-year-old woman from Washington Township;

  • A 27-year-old man from Woolwich;

  • A 21-year-old man from Glassboro; and

  • A 66-year-old woman from Woolwich.

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On Tuesday, West Deptford police announced they are participating in a "flatten the curve" campaign along with the Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office. Part of this campaign includes a "flatten the curve" poster contest in conjunction with the West Deptford and National Park public schools.

Anyone who wants to participate should email a picture of themselves with their poster to SRO Teti at fteti@westdeptfordpd.com by April 11. Don't forget to include your name/grade/school in the email.

"There are no set rules, just use your imagination and be creative," police said. "WDPD will post some of the entries/winners on their social media platforms."

Any local businesses who would like to sponsor a winner should send a check to: WD Police Athletic League, 400 Crown Point Road, West Deptford, NJ 08086. Examples of some winners are included in the embed below:


Gloucester County previously announced the cancellation of several events due to coronavirus. On Tuesday, they announced that the following events have been cancelled for April 1-15:

  • All Gloucester County Library Events: All County Libraries

  • April 1: GC Certified Gardener Training, Gov. Services Bldg., 9 a.m. -12 p.m. 1200 N Delsea Drive, Clayton, NJ 08312

  • April 2: Bird Watch: Scotland Run Park, 7:30 a.m. 980 E Academy St., Clayton, NJ 08312

  • April 3: History Tots: Red Bank Battlefield, 10 a.m. -11 a.m., 100 Hessian Avenue, National Park, NJ 08063

  • April 3: Utilities Industry Employer Orientation, RCSJ Gloucester, 10 a.m.- 11:30 a.m., Campus Business Center, Room 500, 1400 Tanyard Road, Sewell, NJ 08080

  • April 4: Child Safety Seat Check, County Store, 10 a.m., Deptford Mall, 1750 Deptford Center Road, Deptford, NJ 08096

  • April 8: GC Certified Gardener Training, Gov. Services Bldg., 9 a.m. -12 p.m., 1200 N Delsea Drive Clayton, NJ 08312

  • April 9: Disaster Resp. Crisis Counselors New Classes, Salem Community College, 8:30 a.m., 460 Hollywood Ave., Carneys Point, NJ 08069

  • April 7: Nature Discovery w/Dr. Dan, Scotland Run Park10:30 a.m., 980 E Academy St., Clayton, NJ 08312

  • April 8: Federal Military Ceremony, Bankbridge Regional School, 7 p.m.- 9 p.m., 870 Bankbridge Rd., Sewell, NJ 08080

  • April 8: Narcan Training: Logan Twp. Library, 6 p.m., 498 Beckett Rd. Logan, NJ

  • April 14: Nature Discovery w/Dr. Dan, Scotland Run Park, 10:30 a.m., 980 E Academy St., Clayton, NJ 08312

  • April 15: GC Certified Gardener Training, Gov. Services Bldg., 9 a.m. -12 p.m., 1200 N Delsea Drive Clayton, NJ 08312

Here's what else you should know:

How It Spreads

The virus that causes COVID-19 is spreading from person-to-person. Someone who is actively sick with COVID-19 can spread the illness to others. That is why CDC recommends that these patients be isolated either in the hospital or at home (depending on how sick they are) until they are better and no longer pose a risk of infecting others.

There is currently no vaccine for COVID-19.

While the best way to prevent illness is to avoid virus exposure, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention always recommends taking preventive actions to contain the spread of viruses. This includes:

  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.

  • Stay home when you are sick.

  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.

  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipes.

  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.