Health Advisory, Answers to COVID-19 Restriction Questions; and COVID-19 Testing and Case Count: Update on County Response to COVID-19

The County of San Mateo continues to work to protect public health and safety in response to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19.

San Mateo County Health Advisory Stresses Community Interventions to Limit Surge of COVID-19

San Mateo County Health issued a new health advisory, with recommendations for community interventions to limit the surge of COVID-19. By reviewing the science, epidemiology, and local case investigations, the County is focusing on reducing transmission from social gatherings and among household members. Health officials are emphasizing three core practices and the science behind them that everyone should follow.

Update on County Response to COVID-19: Messages from County Officials and Health Officer, CARES Act Funding, Coastside Hotel Purchase; and COVID-19 Testing and Case Count

Redwood City – The County of San Mateo continues to work to protect public health and safety in response to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19. The County of San Mateo’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) remains open to coordinate countywide response and communications in response to the situation. The EOC’s Joint Information Center will provide status reports every Tuesday and Thursday until further notice. Today’s report:

County of San Mateo Reinforces Commitment to State’s Balanced Approach to Combat Spread of COVID-19

San Mateo County remains fully committed to California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s balanced Blueprint for a Safer Economy, including the regional stay-at-home order when it comes into effect in the Bay Area.

San Mateo County Officials Reinforce Message to Stay Safe and Support Each Other to Follow All COVID-19 Health and Safety Measures

As other Bay Area Health officials today announced that they would impose new local stay-at-home orders, the County of San Mateo remains focused on following the state’s existing metrics and process, while reinforcing the public’s responsibility to comply with existing safety measures – especially avoiding gatherings – to slow the spread of COVID-19 during the holiday season.

San Mateo County’s Public WiFi Expansion Brings Free Internet to East Palo Alto Communities

The County of San Mateo has completed the second stage of its Digital Inclusion project by expanding their SMC Public WiFi network into the Woodland Park Apartment community located on the westside neighborhood of East Palo Alto.

Update on County Response to COVID-19: Bay Area Avoids New Regional Stay-Home Order; Great Plates Delivered Extended; County Manager Media Briefing; Testing and Case Count

Dec. 3, 2020 Redwood City – The County of San Mateo continues to work to protect public health and safety in response to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19. The County of San Mateo’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) remains open to coordinate countywide response and communications in response to the situation. The EOC’s Joint Information Center will provide status reports every Tuesday and Thursday until further notice. Today’s report:

Update on County Response to COVID-19: Board Approves Hotel Purchases; County Remains Purple Tier 1; School Impacts; New Testing Site Opens; Case Count

Redwood City – The County of San Mateo continues to work to protect public health and safety in response to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19. The County of San Mateo’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) remains open to coordinate countywide response and communications in response to the situation. The EOC’s Joint Information Center will provide status reports every Tuesday and Thursday until further notice. Today’s report:

Nov. 28, 2020 - Indoor Dining Closes, Outdoor Gatherings Only: State Moves San Mateo County to Purple Tier 1

The state of California is rolling back San Mateo County to the most restrictive coronavirus rules as public health officials urge residents to avoid travel and gathering.

Update on County Response to COVID-19: Health Officer Statement, County Reporting Method Change, Shop Local -- Support Local, More Outdoor Spaces; and COVID-19 Testing and Case Count

Redwood City – The County of San Mateo continues to work to protect public health and safety in response to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19. The County of San Mateo’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) remains open to coordinate countywide response and communications in response to the situation. The EOC’s Joint Information Center will provide status reports every Tuesday and Thursday until further notice. Today’s report:  

Update on County Response to COVID-19: Health Officer on Testing & Holiday Travel, Safe Holiday Tips, Media Briefing; and COVID-19 Testing and Case Count

Redwood City – The County of San Mateo continues to work to protect public health and safety in response to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19. The County of San Mateo’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) remains open to coordinate countywide response and communications in response to the situation. The EOC’s Joint Information Center will provide status reports every Tuesday and Thursday until further notice. Today’s report:

County, Public Safety Partners Urge Residents to “Know Your Zone”

On the heels of the CZU Lightning Complex wildfires, the County of San Mateo and its public safety partners are launching a “Know Your Zone” campaign to help county residents and businesses be better prepared for the next evacuation or emergency.