[NFBV-Potomac-Announce] FW: ACFD Firefighter Tests Positive for COVID-19

Wed Mar 25 14:32:47 UTC 2020

This has some useful resources for Arlington County residents.  See below.

John

From: Arlington County News [mailto:arlingtonva at public.govdelivery.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 24, 2020 6:08 PM
To: jwh100 at outlook.com
Subject: ACFD Firefighter Tests Positive for COVID-19

ACFD Firefighter Tests Positive for COVID-19

A member of the Arlington County Fire Department has tested positive for COVID-19. The individual is doing well and managing the illness at home, with the full support of family and the department. The Arlington County Public Health Division has been involved with this case and has investigated any potential exposures to other people and patients who came in close contact with the individual.

More broadly, since the start of COVID-19’s spread in our area, the Fire Department has taken precautions to limit exposure to its employees and the public. The department is regularly researching best practices and recommendations from public health authorities and has implemented new Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) procedures along with its partners at Virginia Hospital Center. (View the equipment and appearance changes.<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMDAzMjQuMTkyNDQ1OTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy55b3V0dWJlLmNvbS93YXRjaD92PTZqb0k5QUJxOURFIn0.yITMxcyixzRUjegR3hngJbJCiqF5mhMgmdeoTf31MyY/br/76565441468-l>)

The department has also adjusted its medical response procedures to continue to provide high–quality medical care while limiting the number of Emergency Medical providers who make close contact with the patients. While a full complement of providers are assigned to emergency medical calls, some will remain at the recommended distance and be called inside when necessary.

As a reminder, the public can slow the spread of COVID-19 by taking the following actions:

  *   Frequently washing hands
  *   Social distancing
  *   Coughing into a tissue and immediately washing hands
  *   Staying at home if you feel sick

More Resources and Information

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  *   Call the COVID-19 hotline at 703-228-7999

Media Contact

Justin Tirelli<mailto:jtirelli at arlingtonva.us>, 703-228-4643<tel:+17032284643>

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Arlington Va., is a world-class residential, business and tourist location that was originally part of the “10 mile square” parcel of land surveyed in 1791 to be the Nation's Capital. Slightly smaller than 26 square miles, it is the geographically smallest self-governing county in the United States, and one of only a handful with the prized Aaa/AAA/AAA bond rating. Arlington maintains a rich variety of stable neighborhoods and quality schools, and has received numerous awards for Smart Growth and transit-oriented development. Home to some of the most influential organizations in the world — including the Pentagon — Arlington stands out as one of America's preeminent places to live, visit and do business.

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