The COVID-19 Risk Dial will remain in low orange for a second week according to the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department. The orange position on the dial indicates that the risk of the virus spreading and the impact on our community is high.
The health department says cases showed a slight decrease over the past week, from 671 to 656 for the week ending July 16. Wastewater surveillance showed a nearly 20% decrease in virus particles over the past week. The 7-day rolling average of hospitalizations increased more significantly, up from 39 last week to 47 on Tuesday.
With higher levels of COVID-19 in the community, we’re more likely to come into contact with someone who has the virus. The Health Department encourages people to follow the current public health guidance posted at covid19.lincoln.ne.gov. You can also find upcoming vaccination clinic dates and locations on the website or by calling the Health Department at 402-441-4200.