Potential COVID-19 Exposures

UPDATE: Due to the fact that COVID is widespread in our community, following the November 11, 2020 notification, the Onondaga County Health Department will no longer be announcing individual locations of potential exposures. The public is urged to protect themselves as if they could be potentially exposed every time they are in public, especially with the increase in cases. Please note that all individuals who are identified as close contacts of positive cases will continue to be notified of their exposure. 

The Onondaga County Health Department has confirmed that individuals at the locations listed below have tested positive for COVID-19. Health Department investigators identify and notify all close contacts of COVID-positive individuals. Please note that investigations and contact notifications for the most recent exposures may still be in process.

Members of the public who visited the establishments listed below during the timeframes listed may have been exposed and should monitor themselves for symptoms of COVID-19 for 14 days from the date of potential exposure. If symptoms do develop, stay home and call your doctor for further guidance. If you are elderly, have underlying medical conditions, or are immunocompromised, call your doctor early even if your illness is mild. In an emergency call 911.

Potential COVID-19 Exposure Locations and Timeframes
This listing will be updated daily as the Onondaga County Health Department determines potential exposures in our community. For public notifications issued before 10-29-20 please see our press releases.

Onondaga County is experiencing an increase in COVID-19 cases, so it is crucial that residents be diligent and continue to do their part to prevent further spread. Protect yourself and others by covering your face in public when social distancing (staying 6 feet apart) is not possible, especially on public transport, in stores, on crowded sidewalks, or when working and have direct contact with members of the public. Continue to wash your hands often, cover coughs and sneezes, and disinfect surfaces frequently. If you are sick, stay ho,e and away from others. If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, be sure to get tested.

Employers must take steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19 within the workplace including encouraging employees to get tested. All employers should implement a plan that identifies and controls all areas and job tasks with potential exposures to COVID-19, conducting daily symptom and temperature screening of employees before they enter the facility, requiring face masks and frequent hand washing, ensuring social distancing, telling employees to stay home when sick, and educating their staff about steps they can take to protect themselves at work and at home.

Information and guidance related to COVID-19 changes daily, stay up to date by visiting these websites:
• Onondaga County:  covid19.ongov.net
• New York State Department of Health: coronavirus.health.ny.gov
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html