Date: June 10, 2020
From: City of Craig Emergency Operations Center (EOC),
Contact: Jillian Carl, Public Information Officer, 826-3275
Press Release: 019, Third Confirmed Case of COVID-19 in Craig, Alaska
For Immediate Release
Craig City staff was notified by Alaska Public Health on Wednesday, June 10th that they had received notice of the third confirmed COVID-19 case in Craig. The Division of Public Health and the Alaska Section of Epidemiology are currently conducting a case investigation and has started contact tracing to determine how the patient was exposed and the potential scope of contacts.
The Craig Emergency Operations Center (EOC) was notified that the third case is an out of state worker. The patient flew into Ketchikan over the weekend and was screened and tested at the Ketchikan Airport according to the revised State Mandate 10.1 which covers travelers from out of state. The patient then traveled to Craig and upon notification of the positive test result was contacted by Public Health regarding quarantine and isolation. Public Health officials will conduct an investigation and will contact any persons who were in contact with the patient.
The Craig Emergency Operations Center staff will continue to meet and will determine what actions need to be taken in light of this confirmed case in Craig.
With summer upon us, we are strongly advising residents to follow all health mandates and advisories to reduce the risk of spreading the virus in Craig. These measures include:
• Maintain good social distancing at all times keeping at least six feet between persons
• Keep all trips for non-essential services to a minimum to avoid contact and wear a face mask/covering when you do need to make trips
• Stay home as much as possible
• Wash your hands frequently and avoid touching your face as much as possible
• If you have symptoms or have a temperature of 100.4° F or higher contact your primary healthcare provider and self-isolate immediately
The City of Craig Emergency Operations Center will continue to work with Alaska Public Health and Ketchikan Emergency Operations Center and will provide updated information as it is available.
The City of Craig will continue to monitor COVID-19 reports and information and provide links and up to date information about the City of Craig response at the city’s website.
For information go to www.craigak.com or www.craigak.com/covid.
Contact information for City of Craig departments and services.
Craig Aquatic Center 826-2794 pool@craigak.com
Craig City Hall 826-3275 info@craigak.com
Craig EMS 826-4857 ems@craigak.com
Craig Harbormaster 826-3404 harbors@craigak.com
Craig Police 826-3330 re44@craigpd.com
Craig Public Facilities 826-3408 facilities@craigak.com
Craig Public Library 826-3281 library@craigak.com
Craig Public Works 826-3405 publicworks@craigak.com
Craig Recreation Department 826-2575 craigrec@aptalaska.net