As the state of Ohio starts to prepare for a planned reopening of the state, the Auglaize County Health Department has reported another of case of COVID-19.
As of April 16, 2020, the Auglaize County Health Department (ACHD), reports 19 confirmed cases, 4 hospitalizations, and 1 death of COVID-19.
The 19th case is a 44 year old female, who is self isolating at home.
Meanwhile, some Ohio businesses could begin reopening after May 1 as long as proper precautions are taken amid the pandemic, Gov. Mike DeWine said Thursday.
Social distancing, the cleaning of surfaces, frequent hand-washing and mask wearing must continue, he said.
DeWine said he understands the importance of getting the economy moving again, but Ohio must be careful to avoid problems such as future COVID-19 spikes after society has reopened. The state will keep a close eye on supplies of personal protective equipment like gowns, masks and face shields, and also on testing, the governor said.
“If we don’t do it right, the consequences are horrendous,” DeWine said.