Civil Defense message. This is a COVID-19 informational update for Saturday, October 10th
Civil Defense message.
This is a COVID-19 informational update for Saturday, October 10th.
On today’s update of COVID-19, the number of new active cases, on Hawaii Island, reported and monitored by the Department of Health is fourteen (14). At this date, for Hawaii Island, nine (9) are hospitalized. A total of thirty-seven (37) deaths have been reported on Hawaii Island. Our condolences to their families and friends.
On scheduled testing, two drive-up district tests are scheduled for today. A district test is defined as one that is open to the public. One in North Kona at the West Hawaii Civic Center and the other in South Kohala at the Kamakoa Nui Park in Waikoloa Village. Hours for both locations are from 9 this morning ‘til 1 this afternoon. Increased testing will continue throughout the Island. Remember the purpose of testing is to identify positive cases as early as possible and in this way help stop the spread of the Coronavirus. Your participation in testing is important as the spread of the coronavirus cannot be stopped without your help.
The Hawaii County Police Department will continue their enforcement of the preventative polices of face coverings, distancing, and gatherings. Know that these policies are mandated and will be enforced. Please accept this kuleana to make Hawaii Safe.
