FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 18, 2020

PRESS RELEASE

We are aware of the City of Fresno’s Shelter in Place Order.

The City of Sanger is not taking similar actions at this time and continues to follow the guidelines provided by Fresno County Health Department on this and other matters related to COVID-19.

City Manager Tim Chapa shared the following statement:

            “According to Fresno County Health Department, there continues to be two

            confirmed COVID-19 cases in Fresno County, and they are both travel-related.

            There are no confirmed community transmission cases in the County at this time.

            We continue to follow the Fresno County Department of Public Health’s expertise

            in this situation.”

The City of Sanger and the Fresno County Department of Public Health reminds you there are a number of steps you can take to protect your health and those around you:

• Wash hands with soap and water
• Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick
• Stay home if you are sick, cover your mouth if coughing/sneezing, and avoid sharing drinks or food

Specific questions about the virus and your health should be directed to the Fresno County Department of Public Health or your healthcare provider.

To view actions enacted by the City of Sanger in response to this health concern please visit the City website at www.ci.sanger.ca.us.