Blacksburg, VA Home Go COMMUNITY RESIDENTS BUSINESS DEPARTMENTS TOWN COUNCIL New Residents + Public Health and Safety - Coronavirus – COVID-19 - COVID-19 Community Resources Town Services and Operations Virtual Town Hall Meetings Emergency Preparedness Inclement weather information Police Department Volunteer Fire Department Volunteer Rescue Squad Black Bears Getting Around + Services + Parks and Recreation + Get Involved + Residents » Public Health and Safety Coronavirus – COVID-19 Print Feedback Share & Bookmark Press Enter to show all options, press Tab go to next option Font Size: + - The Town of Blacksburg continues to traverse this difficult time by focusing on the health and safety of our community and planning proactively in an ever-evolving landscape. As a member of the New River Valley Public Health Task Force we are proudly collaborating with our friends and colleagues from around the region to stand united in our fight against this pandemic. We ask that our community join us in our Commitment to Wellness. What You Need to Know Stay at home as much as you can and if you must go out, please take care of yourself and those around you by wearing a mask. Even if you aren’t exhibiting symptoms, a mask is the best way to prevent the spread of COVID 19. As a region we can flatten the curve if we work together and take every possible precaution. Cloth Face Coverings Cleaning and Disinfecting for Reopening Get The Latest Coronavirus Updates From Cdc.gov Centers of Disease Control and Prevention Self Checker A guide to help you make decisions and seek appropriate medical care. Take Extra Precautions Older adults and people with serious medical conditions like chronic lung disease. Caring for Someone Daily Life and Coping What Type of Mask Do I Need For the general public, paper masks and homemade cloth masks from household items—such as bandanas and scarves—are sufficient and can help prevent the spread of COVID-19. What to do if you are sick? If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms of respiratory illness, such as cough or difficulty breathing, call your healthcare provider or the Health Department immediately. Do not go to the emergency room or directly to a testing center. The Health Department must issue documentation for entering a testing center. To contact the New River Health District hotline call 540-267-8240. Can you prevent the illness? The best way to prevent illness is to avoid exposure. To keep yourself and your family safe, exercise the following preventative habits: Always stay at least six feet from one another. Keep gatherings under 10 people. Stick with family members or close friends who are invested in your health. Wash your hands frequently, cover your cough, and wear a mask or other covering. The virus is spread through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. If you feel sick, stay home. Disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a cleaning spray or wipe. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. In instances when soap and water is not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. What are the symptoms? Confirmed COVID-19 infections have had varying symptoms. Common indications include: Fever Cough Shortness of breath Best Practices and Helpful Information Blacksburg is following the Centers for Disease Control’s (CDC) best practices to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and advising employees and residents to do the same. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to these resources: Stay at Home Virginia New River Valley Public Health Task Force Virginia Department of Health Centers for Disease Control and Prevention World Health Organization Virginia Tech COVID-19 Montgomery County Public Schools COVID-19 Information and Links to Helpful Community Resources Virginia Department of Health Daily Dashboard Subscribe to Blacksburg Citizens Alerts for important updates and notices. COMMUNITY RESIDENTS BUSINESS DEPARTMENTS TOWN COUNCIL Contact Us Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Municipal Code Site Map Link Policy Copyright © 2021 Town of Blacksburg, VA • Privacy Policy And Disclaimer • Website Design by Granicus