March 18th NCOEM COUNTY UPDATE
For individuals inquiring about testing, symptoms, or general health questions, please call 903-872-DOCS (3627)
Current swab tests 11. 5 tests back as negative thus far. Again NO confirmation of a positive test result as of this posting here in Navarro County.
Navarro County Judge H.M. Davenport declared a state of disaster Wednesday, March 18 to enhance residents’ preparedness and response to the ever increasing threat posed by COVID-19.
The declaration certifies that COVID-19 poses an imminent threat of disaster to the county and public health emergency.
Consistent with the guidance of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the declaration recommends the postponement or cancellation of all public gatherings greater than 25 people.
Anyone who is high risk, sick, or has traveled anywhere, especially overseas, are urged not to attend any function or gathering of any group of people.
This declaration takes effect immediately and continues for a period of no more than seven days, unless continued or renewed by the Commissioners Court of Navarro County.
Please visit the NCOEM website for information on COVID-19 at www.navarrocountyoem.org
In reference to cancellations or closures:
Corsicana ISD – Start April 6rd
Navarro College – Start April 13th
All other ISDs – check their sites
NCYE – Cancelled
Derrick Days – Cancelled
Corsicana AirSho – Postponed
Check each event for their own updates.
Please use the numbers listed on our website and this post for screening questions. 2-1-1 can also be used for information on provider locations.
Daily updates will continue to be posted on all sites as the information is available. Again follow @cdcgov and @dshs_arlington for national and state guidance.