Santa Monica Coronavirus Updates: 62 Cases Confirmed, More

Emily Holland
Updated ·2 min read

SANTA MONICA, CA — The City of Santa Monica has 62 confirmed cases of the new coronavirus as of Friday. City officials released a few updates this week regarding the pandemic, including new guidelines on construction projects and face coverings.

The City wants to assess the needs of our community during the coronavirus public health emergency. Residents are asked to take the Community Survey (en Español).

Construction sites need to comply with State, local, and health guidelines, and the City issued stronger local enforcement measures that allow the City’s Building Official to shut down work if these guidelines are not followed.

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The City also said cloth face coverings can be used as an extra preventative measure to prevent the spread of respiratory droplets, but they should not be used as a replacement to social distancing and hygiene practices.

Patch is also putting together a simple open-or-closed directory for local businesses. To add your business to the list, visit: Local Business Owners: Open Or Closed? Let Santa Monica Know.

Los Angeles County has 4,584 confirmed cases and 90 deaths from the coronavirus as of Friday.

There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:

  • 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 wipe.

  • Follow CDC's recommendations for using a facemask.

    • CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.

    • Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).

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

    • If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.

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This article originally appeared on the Santa Monica Patch