COVID-19 Updates and Information

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April 2020

AlertSeattle

Sign-up for COVID Alerts

You can now sign-up for COVID-specific weekly updates through AlertSeattle. Text COVID to 67283 or update your preferences by logging in to your existing account.

Did you miss our first weekly update? You can find all of the information here.

Stay updated on COVID-19

COVID Webinar Events DON

Seattle Department of Neighborhoods is hosting weekly webinars every Friday from 2:30 - 4:00pm to connect community to information regarding COVID-19. Each week will cover different topics. Click here to learn more.

PHSKC Blog

Public Health-Seattle & King County posts regular information and updates and news releases on their Public Health Insider blog site. Register your email address to follow the blog and receive notifications of updates. Click here to visit Public Health Insider. 

Important Information

Help Your Neighbors By Shopping Responsibly

Many grocery stores are reserving specific hours for populations at higher risk of contracting COVID-19, including people aged 60+. Help protect your neighbors by respecting these set times and by following social distancing guidance.

See a list of stores that have announced hours for elderly or at-risk shoppers. 


COVID-Related Cyber Threats

A report published by the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the United Kingdom’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is warning of COVID-19 themes seen in cyber threats and attacks including malware, phishing scams, and attacks on teleworking infrastructure. 

These malicious cyber attacks are taking advantage of curiosity and concern about the COVID-19 pandemic. 

To learn how to best protect yourself and your family online, you can read the full report and suggested guidance here

Call Centers for Public Inquiries

  • City of Seattle Customer Service Bureau – 206-684-2489 or 206-684-CITY To learn more about the services the City is providing. Helpline is open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. and operators can connect with an external interpreter.
  • Public Health-Seattle & King County – 206-477-3977 For residents who believe they have been exposed to COVID-19, or for healthcare providers with COVID-19 questions. Helpline open daily from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. and operators can connect with a third-party interpreter.
  • Washington State Department of Health – 800-525-0127 and press # For general questions about how the virus is spread and what to do if you have symptoms. Helpline is open daily from 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Community News

#SeattleTogether

Seattle Together

"Seattle Together goes far beyond a hashtag, it encompasses a number of initiatives, programs and partners that will foster relationships, share resources, provide emotional support, strengthen social networks, and nurture our community during this unprecedented moment in history."

Find out more about how you can join in on the #SeattleTogether campaign by clicking here.

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