Written by Today, we got notice that Clinton has two confirmed cases of COVID-19/coronavirus.
The Board of Health continues to post daily updates on the spread of this virus online HERE.
We understand that this is a troubling time and people are nervous. The town is working hard to keep the public safe while maintaining the services you need. It’s a fast-changing, fluid situation, but we are committed to staying on top of it.
As far as the two confirmed cases announced today, HIPAA prevents us from naming patients.
Every positive test is thoroughly investigated as to their whereabouts for the past 14 days. Results are then reported to the state for inclusion in their database (which is updated daily HERE).
In the meantime, these patients are quarantined at home. This investigation takes time, but the public should understand that any stores and public buildings they might have visited should’ve been cleaned and sanitized daily since.
It’s important that people continue washing their hands, sanitizing surfaces and keeping their distance, including staying home whenever possible.
We’ll get through this together. Stay safe.
Sean Kerrigan, Clinton Select Board 