#Covid19 update July 7, 2020. We remain in Stage 4, though we’re very close to stage 5. The latest 7-day average of new hospitalizations is about 75. Review the risk-based guidelines here: https://bit.ly/2ZkwMRc  1/6

Right now, we need everyone to continue to #StayHome when you can, #MaskUp & social distance when outside of your home, get tested if you think you may have COVID-19, & isolate for at least 10 days after the onset of symptoms, practice excellent hygiene, & otherwise be safe. 2/6

Tonight there are 12, 408 people that have tested positive – up 482 from yesterday. Unfortunately, 7 additional Austinites have been lost to this virus since yesterday—total deaths 151. Approximately 9,348 have recovered. 3/6

There are 469 people hospitalized with #Covid19 in our area, up 23 from yesterday, with 148 in the ICU & 89 on ventilators. The @AustinTexasGov website has this information & more: http://austintexas.gov/covid19  4/6

If you're experiencing symptoms or have been exposed to #COVID19, stay home until you get tested & receive results. If you have insurance and a doctor, please start there. The City's free assessment & testing are available to those who need it: https://bit.ly/31jd8aY  5/6

New numbers and community updates to discuss. See you at 7pm for the latest news (and charts!) on Austin's COVID response and planning: 6/6