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City of Philadelphia updates for April 1st.
City Provides Update on COVID-19 for Wednesday, April 1, 2020 | Department of Public Health
City Provides Update on COVID-19 for Wednesday, April 1, 2020 | Department of Public Health
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Dropping by this thread because DH and I lived near Pittsburgh (Westmoreland County) for 17 years and have friends in the area. Moved away in mid 1990s due to DH's job change. It was a great place to live.
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Some of the folks in my area noted that they'd been seeing an influx of cars with NY license plates around here lately.
Coronavirus Has Luxury Clients Looking to Rent in the Philly ’Burbs
Coronavirus Has Luxury Clients Looking to Rent in the Philly ’Burbs
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Saw this coming. PA folk crossing state lines in droves and buying in neighboring states. That's a lot of $$$ the commonwealth was losing.
Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board resumes limited online sales at Fine Wine & Good Spirits
Updated 2 hours ago
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- As Governor Wolf's stay at home order remains in effect in Pennsylvania, starting Wednesday, the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board resumed limited sales online.
Officials say a there will be a controlled number of orders per day at www.FineWineAndGoodSpirits.com.
Customers will be able to purchase up to six bottles per transaction. All orders must be shipped to home or non-store addresses, and only one order per address will be fulfilled per day.
"We understand the public wants to have access to wines and spirits during these unprecedented times, but we have a responsibility to mitigate community spread of this virus to every extent possible and make sure our employees and our customers are as safe as they can be," said Board Chairman Tim Holden.
Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board resumes limited online sales at Fine Wine & Good Spirits
Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board resumes limited online sales at Fine Wine & Good Spirits
Updated 2 hours ago
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- As Governor Wolf's stay at home order remains in effect in Pennsylvania, starting Wednesday, the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board resumed limited sales online.
Officials say a there will be a controlled number of orders per day at www.FineWineAndGoodSpirits.com.
Customers will be able to purchase up to six bottles per transaction. All orders must be shipped to home or non-store addresses, and only one order per address will be fulfilled per day.
"We understand the public wants to have access to wines and spirits during these unprecedented times, but we have a responsibility to mitigate community spread of this virus to every extent possible and make sure our employees and our customers are as safe as they can be," said Board Chairman Tim Holden.
Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board resumes limited online sales at Fine Wine & Good Spirits
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PA State Senator Pat Toomey advocating for #Masks4All
"As our nation continues to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, it is incumbent on each of us to do what we can to help stop the spread of this terrible virus.
Firstly, we should all be following federal, state, and local guidances to the best of our abilities. That means in counties, such as my own Lehigh County, where the Governor has issued a stay at home order, we should stay home unless absolutely necessary. But the reality is there are still times when we will need to go out in public, like to purchase groceries or pick up medicine. It is in these instances that each of us can take steps to safeguard the wellbeing of our fellow citizens.
Research has shown that a leading transmitter of COVID-19 is the fluids ejected when we cough, sneeze, and even speak. In response to this information, a movement has begun to take hold called #Masks4All.
The idea is that individuals can make simple, homemade masks from everyday objects like t-shirts or bandanas that will catch a majority of these fluids and prevent them from spreading to others. These masks would not work like the high-grade N-95 masks - which I strongly urge people not to buy as they're desperately needed by medical professionals - in that they likely won't protect the wearer. Instead, these homemade masks are intended to protect those around us by limiting the spread of potentially hazardous fluids.
I recently put out a video explaining my support for #Masks4All, and why I believe we all should begin to adopt this simple, but potentially effective measure. My mask could help you, and your mask could help me.
Here is a useful video on how to make your own homemade mask."
"As our nation continues to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, it is incumbent on each of us to do what we can to help stop the spread of this terrible virus.
Firstly, we should all be following federal, state, and local guidances to the best of our abilities. That means in counties, such as my own Lehigh County, where the Governor has issued a stay at home order, we should stay home unless absolutely necessary. But the reality is there are still times when we will need to go out in public, like to purchase groceries or pick up medicine. It is in these instances that each of us can take steps to safeguard the wellbeing of our fellow citizens.
Research has shown that a leading transmitter of COVID-19 is the fluids ejected when we cough, sneeze, and even speak. In response to this information, a movement has begun to take hold called #Masks4All.
The idea is that individuals can make simple, homemade masks from everyday objects like t-shirts or bandanas that will catch a majority of these fluids and prevent them from spreading to others. These masks would not work like the high-grade N-95 masks - which I strongly urge people not to buy as they're desperately needed by medical professionals - in that they likely won't protect the wearer. Instead, these homemade masks are intended to protect those around us by limiting the spread of potentially hazardous fluids.
I recently put out a video explaining my support for #Masks4All, and why I believe we all should begin to adopt this simple, but potentially effective measure. My mask could help you, and your mask could help me.
Here is a useful video on how to make your own homemade mask."
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Philadelphia health officials want to emphasize that the coronavirus does not discriminate and that it affects every racial and ethnic group.
On Wednesday, health officials announced 360 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the city's total to 1,675.
Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley said of the 528 confirmed Philadelphia cases for which race/ethnicity has been reported, 46 percent are African American, 37 percent are White, 10 percent are Hispanic, and 3 percent are Asian.
"I want to emphasize that this virus does not discriminate," said Dr. Farley. "Every racial and ethnic group, indeed every person in this city is at risk. We all need to be very serious about social distancing and other recommendations to keep residents healthy and slow the spread of the virus."
Some residents think the virus is a hoax.
Action News found many residents taking no precautions and socializing in public parks as if the virus never struck.
"I think it's a hoax, I think it's very hoax," said Debra Sellers of Germantown.
"I'm not wearing no mask, I mean I'm not worried about it," said Kelly Clark of North Philadelphia.
Philadelphia subculture still thinks coronavirus is hoax, expert says
On Wednesday, health officials announced 360 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the city's total to 1,675.
Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley said of the 528 confirmed Philadelphia cases for which race/ethnicity has been reported, 46 percent are African American, 37 percent are White, 10 percent are Hispanic, and 3 percent are Asian.
"I want to emphasize that this virus does not discriminate," said Dr. Farley. "Every racial and ethnic group, indeed every person in this city is at risk. We all need to be very serious about social distancing and other recommendations to keep residents healthy and slow the spread of the virus."
Some residents think the virus is a hoax.
Action News found many residents taking no precautions and socializing in public parks as if the virus never struck.
"I think it's a hoax, I think it's very hoax," said Debra Sellers of Germantown.
"I'm not wearing no mask, I mean I'm not worried about it," said Kelly Clark of North Philadelphia.
Philadelphia subculture still thinks coronavirus is hoax, expert says
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — The number of coronavirus cases in Pennsylvania now stands over 7,000 after more than 1,200 additional cases were reported on Thursday. Health officials reported 1,211 new positive COVID-19 cases, bringing the statewide total to 7,016.
The Pennsylvania Health Department also announced 16 more deaths, raising the coronavirus death toll to 90.
LATEST CORONAVIRUS STORIES
All but five of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties have at least one COVID-19 case.
In a press conference on Thursday morning, Pennsylvania Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine said they are working with researchers to come up with models for the spread, but there are limits. Levine said all counties need to prepare for a surge in cases.
“None of us know exactly when that surge will occur, and it won’t be one day that occurs. It will be over time. So we are working with the hospitals, with the health systems, with the hospital association, to prepare for this surge, which all models will say will occur over the next weeks or a month,” Levine said. “The most important thing to remember is we need to prevent this surge from potentially overwhelming the healthcare system.”
Levine added that’s why the statewide stay-at-home order is critical to preventing the virus’ spread.
Coronavirus Pennsylvania: Health Officials Say All Counties Need To Prepare For Surge As Cases Top 7,000 Statewide
The Pennsylvania Health Department also announced 16 more deaths, raising the coronavirus death toll to 90.
LATEST CORONAVIRUS STORIES
All but five of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties have at least one COVID-19 case.
In a press conference on Thursday morning, Pennsylvania Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine said they are working with researchers to come up with models for the spread, but there are limits. Levine said all counties need to prepare for a surge in cases.
“None of us know exactly when that surge will occur, and it won’t be one day that occurs. It will be over time. So we are working with the hospitals, with the health systems, with the hospital association, to prepare for this surge, which all models will say will occur over the next weeks or a month,” Levine said. “The most important thing to remember is we need to prevent this surge from potentially overwhelming the healthcare system.”
Levine added that’s why the statewide stay-at-home order is critical to preventing the virus’ spread.
Coronavirus Pennsylvania: Health Officials Say All Counties Need To Prepare For Surge As Cases Top 7,000 Statewide
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Debra needs a trip to Queens, NY's hospital and she will find out what a hoax it is.
Excellent point. I was wondering - do they not have TV or Internet there in Germantown and North Philly?
Delaware police are pulling over Pennsylvania drivers, as some cross the border to buy alcohol
Delaware police are pulling over Pennsylvania drivers, as some cross the border to buy alcohol
by Rob Tornoe, Updated: April 3, 2020- 3:02 PM
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Police in Delaware have a warning to Pennsylvania residents looking to make an alcohol run: Don’t cross the border to buy booze or for other nonessential reasons.
At Total Wine & More in Claymont, just south of the Pennsylvania border, police on Friday were turning away customers from Pennsylvania, where liquor stores remain closed and online sales have been plagued with problems due to “overwhelming demand.”
Many would-be customers seemed unaware of travel restrictions put in place by Gov. John Carney this week, which prohibit out-of-state drivers from entering Delaware unless they work for an essential business, are caring for a family member, or there are health-care reasons."
Delaware police are pulling over Pennsylvania drivers, as some cross the border to buy alcohol
by Rob Tornoe, Updated: April 3, 2020- 3:02 PM
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Police in Delaware have a warning to Pennsylvania residents looking to make an alcohol run: Don’t cross the border to buy booze or for other nonessential reasons.
At Total Wine & More in Claymont, just south of the Pennsylvania border, police on Friday were turning away customers from Pennsylvania, where liquor stores remain closed and online sales have been plagued with problems due to “overwhelming demand.”
Many would-be customers seemed unaware of travel restrictions put in place by Gov. John Carney this week, which prohibit out-of-state drivers from entering Delaware unless they work for an essential business, are caring for a family member, or there are health-care reasons."
Pennsylvania officials ask all residents to wear masks if they go out | TribLIVE.com
Pennsylvania officials ask all residents to wear masks if they go out
Pennsylvania officials have asked all residents to wear a mask if they must leave the house — though they asked that people fashion their own and not seek the medical-grade mask that medical professionals need.
It’s a change in course by Gov. Tom Wolf and Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine.
Levine stressed that staying at home is still the most effective way to stay protected. But if you need to go out for food or medication, “then wearing a mask or even a bandanna could be an extra layer of protection.
“You do not need a surgical mask or an N95 mask,” she said. “We have to save those for our first responders and health care personnel who are on the front line in the battle against this virus.”
Pennsylvania officials ask all residents to wear masks if they go out
Pennsylvania officials have asked all residents to wear a mask if they must leave the house — though they asked that people fashion their own and not seek the medical-grade mask that medical professionals need.
It’s a change in course by Gov. Tom Wolf and Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine.
Levine stressed that staying at home is still the most effective way to stay protected. But if you need to go out for food or medication, “then wearing a mask or even a bandanna could be an extra layer of protection.
“You do not need a surgical mask or an N95 mask,” she said. “We have to save those for our first responders and health care personnel who are on the front line in the battle against this virus.”
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§§ = Sub-Section
DA = District Attorney
EMS = Emergency Medical Services
ID'd = Identified - Identification
LE = Law Enforcement
PSP = Pennsylvania State Police
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- York County,
Pennsylvania -
- $200 Stay-At-Home Citation -
- 29 March 2020 -
York County is in South-Eastern, PA
1)) ABC TV:
State police issue first stay at home order citation to York woman ‘just going for a drive’
2)) York Daily Record:
Red Lion woman cited $200 in violation of the stay-at-home order after going for a drive
3)) The Disease Control & Prevention Act of 1955:
Pennsylvania Statutes Title 35 P.S. Health and Safety § 521.20 | FindLaw
§ = SectionPennsylvania -
- $200 Stay-At-Home Citation -
- 29 March 2020 -
York County is in South-Eastern, PA
1)) ABC TV:
State police issue first stay at home order citation to York woman ‘just going for a drive’
2)) York Daily Record:
Red Lion woman cited $200 in violation of the stay-at-home order after going for a drive
3)) The Disease Control & Prevention Act of 1955:
Pennsylvania Statutes Title 35 P.S. Health and Safety § 521.20 | FindLaw
§§ = Sub-Section
DA = District Attorney
EMS = Emergency Medical Services
ID'd = Identified - Identification
LE = Law Enforcement
PSP = Pennsylvania State Police
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Thread # 516295]
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COVID-19 warnings spread in the Amish community
COVID-19 warnings spread in the Amish community
“It is challenging to get information out in a timely fashion because they’re not using the internet for the most part,” she said.
She added that other community liaisons are also talking to church leaders and writing letters in newspapers which warn about the coronavirus pandemic.
Churches, schools, and social gatherings appear to have been shut down — which seems to indicate social distancing is taking place.
COVID-19 warnings spread in the Amish community
“It is challenging to get information out in a timely fashion because they’re not using the internet for the most part,” she said.
She added that other community liaisons are also talking to church leaders and writing letters in newspapers which warn about the coronavirus pandemic.
Churches, schools, and social gatherings appear to have been shut down — which seems to indicate social distancing is taking place.
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Singer P!nk reveals she had coronavirus, donates to Temple University hospital
Doylestown native P!nk revealed Friday night that she has recovered from coronavirus and is donating to Temple University Hospital as medical professionals there continue to fight the virus.
According to P!nk's Twitter account, she and her son began showing symptoms of COVID-19 about two weeks ago. She tested positive and spent the last couple of weeks sheltering at home.
P!nk said she and her son have since tested negative for the virus.
Doylestown native P!nk revealed Friday night that she has recovered from coronavirus and is donating to Temple University Hospital as medical professionals there continue to fight the virus.
According to P!nk's Twitter account, she and her son began showing symptoms of COVID-19 about two weeks ago. She tested positive and spent the last couple of weeks sheltering at home.
P!nk said she and her son have since tested negative for the virus.
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Paul Frishkorn dies of Coronavirus
Paul Frishkorn, 65, had been a flight attendant with American Airlines since 1997 and was based in Philadelphia.
Faces of the coronavirus pandemic: Remembering those who died
Paul Frishkorn, 65, had been a flight attendant with American Airlines since 1997 and was based in Philadelphia.
Faces of the coronavirus pandemic: Remembering those who died
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