Escambia County COVID-19 Update #54

Updated at 3 p.m. April 16:
Please reference the prior updates and Escambia County COVID-19 Update #11 for a prior comprehensive running list. View an updated list of county closures and cancellations here.  This update only includes new information we have received. Weekend updates will be distributed only when there is new information. 

Escambia County 

• Watch the latest installment of May's Message as he discusses local and state resources available to help keep our community healthy and safe. 

Florida Department of Health in Escambia County 

• As of 2:30 p.m., April 16, Escambia County has had 265 positive COVID-19 cases. These numbers are expected to change daily due to the return of results from ongoing testing. For the most up-to-date information regarding confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Florida, visit the COVID-19 dashboard. The site is currently updated twice daily.
• Florida residents are encouraged to take the COVID-19 Community Action Survey by visiting: www.StrongerThanC19.com.
• Use the COVID 19 testing self-checker to determine if you need to call your healthcare provider to be tested.
• Need extra support dealing with stress and coping during this time? Find a list of available resources at Escambiahealth.com.
• Guidelines on making and wearing cloth face coverings can be found at CDC.gov.