- Published: Wednesday, April 08, 2020 06:47 PM
STATE OF ILLINOIS COVID-19 WEBSITE
- The State of Illinois has created a website to centralize information about COVID-19’s spread in Illinois and what programs / services are available for affected residents and businessowners. Please visit www2.illinois.gov/sites/coronavirus for all information relating to the virus.
STATE OF ILLINOIS COVID-19 HOTLINE NUMBER
- If you have any questions regarding COVID-19 in Illinois, please call the hotline number: (800) 889-3931
STAY AT HOME ORDER EXTENDED TO APRIL 30th
- On advice of public health officials, Governor Pritzker announced today that the stay at home executive order would be extended through April 30th, 2020
GOING OUTDOORS
- It is strongly recommended that if you need to leave your home and go outdoors, you wear a bandana or mask across your nose and mouth for an additional layer of protection.
- With the arrival of warmer weather, many of us will seek outdoor exercise. Public health officials in Illinois and across the country encourage you to continue practicing social distancing while exercising, and remember to wash your hands and avoid touching your face. It is also recommended you wear a face mask or face covering if possible.
- Lake County Forest Preserves remain open from 6:30 am to sunset during the COVID-19 pandemic, but public buildings, playgrounds and restrooms are closed. Visit www.lcfpd.org for the latest information.