‘The right thing to do’: York County officials ask for public help slowing COVID-19.
York County elected and law enforcement officials want residents to wear masks to slow the spread of COVID-19.
A joint release Monday afternoon called for residents to wear a mask or some face covering when in public or around people who live outside the home.
“We all have to do our part to prevent the spread of COVID-19,” York County Council Chairman Michael Johnson said in the release. “When I am out in public, I wear a mask. I wear a mask because it protects others and it is the right thing to do. We have seen a substantial increase in COVID-19 cases and the medical community has asked that we wear masks and continue social distancing. We need to be good neighbors and follow this advice. If you feel sick, stay home and get tested. Otherwise, please wear a mask in public and help stop the spread of this virus.”
Officials ask York County residents to follow CDC and state health department guidelines on social distancing to slow the coronavirus that increased sharply in confirmed cases beginning last week.
“Now, more than ever, I urge citizens to follow the recommended guidelines to help prevent the spread of this infectious disease,” York County Sheriff Kevin Tolson said in the release. “As the numbers continue to increase, so does our vigilance to take preventive measures and our resolve to get rid of this virus.”
On Monday afternoon, the state announced 59 more confirmed COVID-19 cases in York County.
For more information, visit cdc.gov or scdhec.gov.
This story was originally published June 29, 2020 at 4:36 PM.
