RED Alert - Placer Can Move Into Red Tier Soon - COVID-19 Headline Special

Placer County, California sent this bulletin at 03/12/2021 01:46 PM PST
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In addition to the announcement yesterday that breweries, wineries and distilleries that do not serve meals may open outdoors only with modifications in the Purple (widespread) and Red (substantial) tiers, California Department of Public Health (CDPH) confirmed that California will meet the milestone of 2 million doses administered to the most vulnerable populations today and Placer County be allowed to move to Red Tier.

Case rates have seen a slight uptick in recent days so please continue to take precautions as necessary – wash hands, wear a face cover and maintain social distance.

MARCH 12, 2021 - Two Million COVID-19 Vaccine Doses Delivered to California’s Hardest-Hit Communities, Prompting Update of State’s Reopening Plan

MARCH 11, 2021 - State Updates Blueprint to Allow Additional Activities for a Safe and Sustainable Reopening

CDPH - Two Million COVID-19 Vaccine Doses Delivered to California’s Hardest-Hit Communities, Prompting Update of State’s Reopening Plan

SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) today announced that 2 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered to Californians in some of the state’s hardest-hit communities, increasing immunity where the state's transmission rates and disease burden have been the highest during the pandemic. With this equity metric met, and because vaccines slow the spread of disease and serious illness, the previously announced update to the Blueprint for a Safer Economy to account for progress with vaccine administration goes into effect.

After reassessment using new thresholds, 13 counties will move to a less restrictive tier, from Purple (widespread) to Red (substantial): Amador, Colusa, Contra Costa, Los Angeles, Mendocino, Mono, Orange, Placer, San Benito, San Bernardino, Siskiyou, Sonoma and Tuolumne.

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CDPH - State Updates Blueprint to Allow Additional Activities for a Safe and Sustainable Reopening

Beginning March 13, breweries, wineries and distilleries that do not serve meals may open outdoors only with modifications in the Purple (widespread) and Red (substantial) tiers. The modifications include ensuring that patrons have reservations and patrons observe a 90-minute time limit. Service for on-site consumption must end by 8 p.m. (Previously, and through March 12, breweries and distilleries not serving meals were closed in the Purple and Red tiers).

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Placer Coronavirus Dashboard: https://Placer.CA.gov/coronavirus/cases

Vaccine Information and Resources: https://Placer.CA.Gov/Vaccine

Other Information, Notices and Resources

Health Division Seeking Nurses for COVID-19 Support

Placer County Health Division is building a workforce to continue specimen collection and implement our COVID-19 vaccine campaign. If you or someone you know is interested, the following links are job descriptions and application information for Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN). Please share this information with someone you know if they can support this effort.

RN: https://tinyurl.com/Placer-RN-2020

LVN: https://tinyurl.com/Placer-LVN-2020

Understanding the Four Tiers

Can I Open?

Click here to view the tier framework about what is permitted to be open in each tier: https://tinyurl.com/CDPH-Activity-Tiers-Chart (PDF Download)

Face Coverings in Placer County

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Here in Placer County, face coverings are an important tool to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect our most vulnerable residents. The "Got It Covered" campaign showcases actual Placer residents and business owners sharing their personal reasons for wearing a face covering. Click here to watch video

Epidemiology (EPI) Report

Learn more about the current prevalence of COVID-19 in Placer County, Click Here: February 5, 2021 Epidemiology Report

New reports are published on the first Friday of each month. The next report should be available March 5, 2021.

To find reports in the future or to view past reports, click here

Connect to Services through Health Net

Health Net's digital tool (in partnership with Aunt Bertha) connects Californians with information on local services like food, shelter, job training, legal assistance, and more.

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Don't Delay If You Need Health care

Some things can’t wait. Your health care is one of them. During COVID-19, local hospitals are safe and open to serve our community. Don't hesitate to get care if you need it. Watch this PSA to learn more.

In addition to physical health, it's important to take care of your mental health. There are a wide array of resources available locally, including many telehealth options. Click here to learn more

Senior Peer Counseling Program Available

Are you 55 years or older, and feel like you could use someone to talk to who really understands what you are going through?

Senior Peer Counseling is a free, voluntary, peer support program for Placer County residents aged 55 years or older, who are dealing with age-related adjustment issues.

COVID-19 is not slowing us down! We are currently providing services via phone and accepting new client referrals. Click here to learn more