March 23, 2020
The coronavirus COVID-19 is all over follow the CDC guidelines and official government information.
Johns Hopkins University Tracker reporting 41,708 cases in USA as of 2:55 pm update.
We have 935 new positive #COVID19 cases, bringing our total to 2,844.
• Atlantic: 6
• Bergen: 609
• Burlington: 36
• Camden: 33
• Cumberland: 1
• Cape May: 2
• Essex: 273
• Gloucester: 13
• Hudson: 190
• Hunterdon: 18
• Mercer: 50
• Middlesex: 210
• Monmouth: 238
• Morris: 177
• Ocean: 144
• Passaic: 141
• Salem: 1
• Somerset: 67
• Sussex: 15
• Union: 189
• Warren: 12
• Under Investigation: 419
As of 11:30 AM, COVID-19 statewide stats:
• Positive Tests: 2,844
• Deaths: 27
For updates: covid19.nj.gov
Monmouth County has 207 positive cases of COVID-19
FREEHOLD, NJ –Monmouth County Freeholder Director Thomas A. Arnone and Freeholder Deputy Director Susan M. Kiley have announced that, as reported to the Monmouth County Health Department on March 23, there are 207 positive cases of COVID-19 in Monmouth County.
“As we see these numbers climb, while anticipated, it reminds us why social distancing is so important,” said Freeholder Director Thomas A. Arnone. “It is critical for everyone to practice social distancing so that we can slow the spread.”
The breakdown by municipality is as follows:
- Aberdeen: 7
- Asbury Park: 4
- Atlantic Highlands: 1
- Belmar: 1
- Bradley Beach: 1
- Brielle: 2
- Colts Neck: 8
- Eatontown: 11
- Englishtown: 2
- Farmingdale: 1
- Freehold Borough: 1
- Freehold Township: 28
- Hazlet: 15
- Holmdel: 5
- Howell: 17
- Keansburg: 2
- Keyport: 1
- Lake Como: 1
- Little Silver: 3
- Manalapan: 22
- Manasquan: 3
- Marlboro: 21
- Matawan: 2
- Middletown: 7
- Millstone: 1
- Monmouth Beach: 1
- Neptune: 10
- Neptune City: 1
- Ocean: 4
- Oceanport: 4
- Ocean Grove: 1
- Red Bank: 2
- Rumson: 1
- Sea Girt: 1
- Shrewsbury: 2
- Tinton Falls: 4
- Wall: 4
- Upper Freehold: 4
- West Long Branch: 1
The Freeholders also announced that they have been notified that NY Waterway has suspended all ferry service to the Belford Ferry Terminal. More information can be found on nywaterway.com.
Monmouth County Parks remain open, but with no access to any buildings or modern restrooms. Port-a-johns are provided at most locations. Golf courses and playgrounds are closed and all programs are cancelled through at least April 3. As always, Park Rangers are on duty to provide assistance as needed.
As more information becomes available, it will be shared with the public and the media. News updates and information regarding County events and programs affected by the COVID-19 situation are posted at www.visitmonmouth.com.
Monmouth 288 positive cases of CORONA-19 waiting for today’s town list to be released.
Hamilton Township Reports New Case of COVID-19
Hamilton, NJ –The Communicable Disease Reporting and Surveillance System (CDRSS) alerted the Hamilton Township Health Department that we have one (1) new positive COVID-19 case, bringing the total cases to six (6) in town. Three out of the six patients are hospitalized while the other three are self-isolating at home. The new positive case is a 58-year-old female.
As a reminder to the public, confidentiality laws (HIPAA) prevent the Township from releasing certain details to the public. Please know that our Health Department has been diligently working to conduct comprehensive investigations for each positive case. Anyone who was in close or direct contact with the individuals who have tested positive is contacted by the Health Department to inform them that they have been in contact with an individual who has tested positive for COVID-19.
The Hamilton Township Ecological Facility reopened to Hamilton Township residents this morning. Until further notice, residents may drop off household recycling and brush ONLY. At this time, contractors will not be allowed to enter the Facility. Upon arrival, a form of identification will be required. This policy will be strictly enforced.
Effective Tuesday, March 24th all playground equipment and dog parks will be closed to the public. We ask that residents please cooperate with physical distancing guidelines. We know that staying at home and limited physical interaction is difficult, but is a critical part in doing everything we can now to flatten the curve to keep people safe and save lives. We know that COVID-19 can have very serious consequences for our vulnerable populations, especially our seniors, and ask that you keep them in mind in the coming days and weeks. We will get through this together and we will be stronger for it.
For general questions about COVID-19 please dial 2-1-1, text “NJCOVID” to 898-211, or visit covid19.nj.gov.
Township Facilities Update
HAMILTON– Effective Tuesday, March 24th the following Township Facilities will be closed to the public:
* All Playground Equipment
* Dog Parks
We ask that residents please cooperate with physical distancing guidelines. We know that staying at home and limited physical interaction is difficult, but is a critical part in doing everything we can now to flatten the curve to keep people safe and save lives. We know that COVID-19 can have very serious consequences for our vulnerable populations, especially our seniors, and ask that you keep them in mind in the coming days and weeks. We will get through this together and we will be stronger for it.
Covid-19 Total Cases (149) In Ocean County:
Total as of Monday 3/23/2020 at 2:00pm
| Town Name | Number of Cases |
|---|---|
| Barnegat | 3 |
| Barnegat Light | 0 |
| Bay Head | 1 |
| Beach Haven | 0 |
| Beachwood | 0 |
| Berkeley | 3 |
| Brick | 5 |
| Eagleswood | 0 |
| Harvey Cedars | 0 |
| Island Heights | 0 |
| Jackson | 18 |
| Lacey | 4 * |
| Lakehurst | 0 |
| Lakewood | 69 |
| Lavallette | 0 |
| Little Egg Harbor | 2 |
| Long Beach Township | 2 |
| Manchester | 6 |
| Mantoloking | 0 |
| Ocean Gate | 0 |
| Ocean Twp. (Waretown) | 0 |
| Pine Beach | 0 |
| Plumsted | 1 |
| Point Pleasant Beach | 0 |
| Point Pleasant Borough | 7 |
| Seaside Heights | 0 |
| Seaside Park | 1 |
| Ship Bottom | 1 |
| South Toms River | 0 |
| Surf City | 1 |
| Stafford | 4 |
| Toms River | 21 |
| Tuckerton | 0 |
| * Lacey (corrected from being reported as 5 cases)Total Positive Cases: 149 |
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