This illustration provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows COVID-19, the 2019 Novel Coronavirus. What we know: Washington coronavirus outbreak at a glance
With links to official information.
Here are the latest developments related to the COVID-19 outbreak
in Snohomish County and Washington, and links to more information.
— All coronavirus stories here
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The count of cases and deaths is a moving target, with jurisdictions reporting sometimes-contradictory numbers. Ours might not match what other media are reporting.
• 8,682 cases statewide (394 fatalities). These numbers do not always include the latest county data below.
• 1,659 cases in Snohomish County (61 fatalities) which are confirmed or presumed positive, and 83 cases that are probable.
— 101 people in Snohomish County are hospitalized, 169 are isolated at home or in long-term care, 0 are isolated or quarantined and 844 people have recovered.
— 27 Snohomish County cases are related in some way to the Life Care Center nursing home in Kirkland — presumably patients, employees or visitors.
— 25 Snohomish County cases are related in some way to Josephine Caring Community in Stanwood.
— 48 Snohomish County cases are related in some way to Sunrise View Assisted Living in Everett.
— 9 Snohomish County cases are related in some way to Gencare Scriber Gardens in Lynnwood.
— 82 Snohomish County cases are related to some other long-term care facility.
— 108 Snohomish County cases are health-care workers.
• 3,486 cases in King County (230 fatalities).
• 145 cases in Island County (6 fatalities).
• 760 cases in Pierce County (14 fatalities).
• Other counties reporting deaths: Benton (18), Chelan (2), Clark (10), Franklin (2), Grant (2), Klickitat (1), Lewis (1), Skagit (4), Spokane (12), Thurston (1), Whatcom (19), Yakima (16).
• Boeing’s Puget Sound factories shut down March 25. On April 2, the company announced plans to offer buyouts.
• Governor Inslee extended a stay-home order to May 4.
• The governor ordered all bars, restaurants, entertainment and recreation facilities closed starting March 17. He also revised a ban on events to prohibit gatherings of 50 or more people. He later extended the order to May 4.
• Schools: The governor on March 12 ordered all public and private elementary and secondary schools closed for six weeks. He later extended the closure to June 19. … The University of Washington, Everett Community College and other colleges will complete their terms with extensive online teaching.
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• Two more Monroe prison inmates test positive for COVID-19
• Local COVID-19 cases might have peaked, health official says
• 1.2 million students won’t return to classrooms anytime soon
• First state prisoner tests positive for COVID-19, in Monroe
• Ailing Everett couple gambles on trial drug for COVID-19 cure
• Are Snohomish County hospitals ready for the COVID-19 peak?
• Virus humbles once-thriving restaurants in Snohomish County
• At local COVID-19 command center, virus has a formidable foe
• Boeing extends temporary shutdown of Puget Sound plants
• Washington state coronavirus response
• Washington State Department of Health: Statewide case count and data dashboards
• Snohomish Health District: Cases dashboard | General virus info | FAQ | Schools and child care | Blog with updates | Questions: Email or call 800-525-0127, then press #
• Public Health—Seattle & King County: Coronavirus updates | News releases
• Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or use alcohol sanitizer.
• Covering coughs and sneezes.
• Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
• Stay home if you’re sick or around someone who is.
— All coronavirus stories here
— Do you have a question about the outbreak? Maybe we can get it answered. Email us.
The latest
Wednesday, April 8The count of cases and deaths is a moving target, with jurisdictions reporting sometimes-contradictory numbers. Ours might not match what other media are reporting.
• 8,682 cases statewide (394 fatalities). These numbers do not always include the latest county data below.
• 1,659 cases in Snohomish County (61 fatalities) which are confirmed or presumed positive, and 83 cases that are probable.
— 101 people in Snohomish County are hospitalized, 169 are isolated at home or in long-term care, 0 are isolated or quarantined and 844 people have recovered.
— 27 Snohomish County cases are related in some way to the Life Care Center nursing home in Kirkland — presumably patients, employees or visitors.
— 25 Snohomish County cases are related in some way to Josephine Caring Community in Stanwood.
— 48 Snohomish County cases are related in some way to Sunrise View Assisted Living in Everett.
— 9 Snohomish County cases are related in some way to Gencare Scriber Gardens in Lynnwood.
— 82 Snohomish County cases are related to some other long-term care facility.
— 108 Snohomish County cases are health-care workers.
• 3,486 cases in King County (230 fatalities).
• 145 cases in Island County (6 fatalities).
• 760 cases in Pierce County (14 fatalities).
• Other counties reporting deaths: Benton (18), Chelan (2), Clark (10), Franklin (2), Grant (2), Klickitat (1), Lewis (1), Skagit (4), Spokane (12), Thurston (1), Whatcom (19), Yakima (16).
• Boeing’s Puget Sound factories shut down March 25. On April 2, the company announced plans to offer buyouts.
• Governor Inslee extended a stay-home order to May 4.
• The governor ordered all bars, restaurants, entertainment and recreation facilities closed starting March 17. He also revised a ban on events to prohibit gatherings of 50 or more people. He later extended the order to May 4.
• Schools: The governor on March 12 ordered all public and private elementary and secondary schools closed for six weeks. He later extended the closure to June 19. … The University of Washington, Everett Community College and other colleges will complete their terms with extensive online teaching.
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Stories
More HeraldNet coronavirus stories here• Two more Monroe prison inmates test positive for COVID-19
• Local COVID-19 cases might have peaked, health official says
• 1.2 million students won’t return to classrooms anytime soon
• First state prisoner tests positive for COVID-19, in Monroe
• Ailing Everett couple gambles on trial drug for COVID-19 cure
• Are Snohomish County hospitals ready for the COVID-19 peak?
• Virus humbles once-thriving restaurants in Snohomish County
• At local COVID-19 command center, virus has a formidable foe
• Boeing extends temporary shutdown of Puget Sound plants
Resources
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Coronavirus overview | Cases in U.S.• Washington state coronavirus response
• Washington State Department of Health: Statewide case count and data dashboards
• Snohomish Health District: Cases dashboard | General virus info | FAQ | Schools and child care | Blog with updates | Questions: Email or call 800-525-0127, then press #
• Public Health—Seattle & King County: Coronavirus updates | News releases
Best practices
Basic hygiene:• Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or use alcohol sanitizer.
• Covering coughs and sneezes.
• Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
• Stay home if you’re sick or around someone who is.
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