March 21, 2020 Knowlton Township Coronavirus Update
As of this morning, there are 5 confirmed cases of Coronavirus in Warren County and 1,327 in the state. Area mayors will be informed of any cases in their towns. More information can be found on the county website at:
http://www.co.warren.nj.us/Healthdept/coronavirus.html
Here is the latest on the County Level:
The Warren County government is asking businesses to donate supplies needed by area health care facilities due to COVID-19.
Personal protective items being sought are:
- Surgical Masks
- N95 Respirators
- Disposable Gowns
- Disposable Face Shields
- Eye protectors
- Nitrile Gloves
- Latex Gloves
- Antiseptic Wipes
- HEPA Filters / Air Scrubbers
Businesses such as nail salons, barber shops and hair salons, dental offices, and any other business that can supply these products – particularly ones that are closed temporarily – could help fight the shortage by donating them now. Contact Warren County Office of Emergency Management at 908-835-2070 to arrange a donation of these supplies.
On the State Level:
The Governor has issued Executive Order 107 mandating that all New Jerseyans stay at home except for necessary trips. Non-essential businesses are closed until further notice.Businesses allowed to remain open include:
- grocery stores
- food banks
- pharmacies
- gas stations and auto mechanics and repair services
- convenience stores
- banks
- hardware and home improvement stores
- laundromats and dry cleaners
- printing and office supply shops
- pet stores
- mail and delivering shops
Executive Order 107 will be posted on the Knowlton Township website, along with the other orders already issued.
Address/Location
Township of Knowlton
628 NJ-94
Columbia, NJ 07832
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 908-475-4268