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Ocean Township Office of Emergency Management
 
Briefing: Monday March 16^th, 2020 @ 2pm
 
The Ocean Township Office of Emergency Management continues to work with the Ocean Township Police Department, Waretown First Aid Squad, Waretown Fire Company and the Township of Ocean Committee along with officials from the county, state, health department and school district to address this ever changing situation.
 
As of the writing of this briefing we can report there are no known and/or confirmed cases of Coronavirus within the Township of Ocean.
 
GOVERNOR MURPHY ANNOUNCES NEW RESTRICTIONS EFFECTIVE 8 PM ON MONDAY, MARCH 16

As announced by the Governor’s office in the last hour, after 8 p.m. today, all non-essential businesses must close, including but not limited to bars, restaurants, gyms, casinos, racetracks and movie theaters.

All bars and restaurants are closed for eat-in services effective 8 p.m. tonight.
After 8 p.m., these establishments may open for takeout and delivery food orders only until further notice.

During daytime hours, businesses may remain open if they limit their occupancy to no more than 50 persons and adhere to social distancing guidelines.
Businesses that play a direct role in emergency response efforts or are necessary for the general public’s welfare — like supermarkets and grocery stores, pharmacies, medical offices and gas stations — may remain open past 8 p.m.

All non-essential and non-emergency travel in NJ is strongly discouraged after 8p.m. tonight through 5 a.m. until further notice.
 
They will stay closed “until such time as deemed by health officials to be safe.
 
As time progresses, the Office of Emergency Management will provide you with regular briefings on what is taking place in the community. We will keep you updated on information on closings and postponements and the latest information concerning the virus from county and state offices as it applies to the Township of Ocean.
  
Coronavirus COVID-19 FACTS

• Can cause mild to more severe respiratory illness.
• Symptoms of the coronavirus appear within two to 14 days after exposure and include fever, cough, and shortness of breath. The best way to protect yourself and your family from this coronavirus and other diseases is to follow simple daily health precautions:
  
  7 Steps to Safety
  The best way to protect yourself and your family from this coronavirus and other diseases is to follow simple daily health precautions: 

1. Wash hands frequently with soap and water, and for at least 20 seconds each time.
2. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
3. Avoid close contact with people who are ill.
4. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
5. Do not reuse tissue after coughing, sneezing, or blowing your nose.
6. Clean and disinfect surfaces that are frequently touched.
7. Stay home when you are sick. The New Jersey Department of Health is providing information to residents and has set up a 24/7 public hotline with the New Jersey Coronavirus at 1-800-222-1222.
   
   Ways to Manage Fears & Anxieties
   Although Coronavirus is a health issue that is being taken very seriously, do not let your worry about this virus control your life. The State of New Jersey has set up a phone line to help people deal with the stress of the current situation. Residents can call 1-877-294-4357 to speak with someone.
   
   
   * Since the situation is evolving, it is important to stay up to date by following trusted sources of information such as:

• CDC – General Information on Coronavirus: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/index.html
• CDC: Frequently Asked Questions: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html
• NJ Department of Health, COVID-19: https://www.nj.gov/health/cd/topics/ncov.shtml