There are currently 90 positive/active cases, 665 recoveries, 41 people under investigation, and 8 deaths in Lincoln County, NC.
Lincolnton, NC –
The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 8/4/2020:
- It is always tragic to lose one of our community members, and today Lincoln County reports five additional deaths due to COVID-19. Our thoughts and prayers go out to these families. With regard to the eight deaths, five are related to a congregate-care facility. Lincoln County Health Department continues to work with congregate living facilities to mitigate the impacts of COVID-19.
- A PUI is a person who was tested for COVID-19 and is self-isolating until test results are received.
The next scheduled Lincoln County COVID-19 data update will be released on Friday, August 7, 2020.
Click HERE for info on Staying Ahead of the Curve in Phase 2. The Governor’s Phase 2 Extension EO151 issued July 16 extends "Safer at Home Phase 2" guidance through Friday, August 7th, and requires face coverings in all public places. For questions about the order, see these FAQs. Click for NCDHHS guidance on face coverings. The City of Lincolnton has issued a proclamation with the intent of mandating compliance with the requirements established by EO 147 by businesses and persons within the City of Lincolnton. More information, resources & links can be found on the city website www.LincolntonNC.org/Covid
NCDHHS updates are continuously updated and track the current case counts by county, age, gender, race, etc.
REMEMBER THE “3 W’s” AND REDUCE YOUR RISK OF EXPOSURE TO COVID-19
WEAR a cloth face covering when in public. For instructions to make your own face cover, visit: https://bit.ly/2zjTQpJ.
- WAIT at least 6 feet apart to avoid close contact.
- WASH your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or rub hands with hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol until they feel dry.
COVID-19 RESOURCES IN LINCOLN COUNTY
- Lincoln County Health Department triage line, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm: 704-736-8510
- For mental health support call the free and confidential Hope4NC Helpline at 1-855-587-3463.
- To find a testing site near you, visit www.ncdhhs.gov/TestingPlace
- For state and federal information regarding COVID-19: CDC and NCDHHS
MONITOR INFORMATION AS IT IS RELEASED USING THE COVID-19 NC DASHBOARD