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False reports that Gov. Newsom extended stay-at-home order through May 15

By Roger Straw, April 12, 2020

A number of news outlets are reporting that California Governor Gavin Newsom extended the coronavirus stay-at-home order through May 15.

But as of today, nothing on the Governor’s coronavirus page confirms the extension.  Nor do any reliable news sources confirm the extension.

The story seems to have arisen in connection with actions taken by several southern California jurisdictions which extended the order through May 15, including Los Angeles County and the City of Santa Clarita.

California’s statewide stay-at-home order, issued on March 19, remains in effect “until further notice.”

Here in Benicia, we are also under Solano County orders to stay at home.  Solano County’s current extension order was issued on March 30, and continues through April 30.  The City of Benicia declared an emergency on March 15, and has repeatedly issued guidelines supporting the County’s order.

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Two excellent covid-19 data maps – Solano County among lowest rates in Bay Area

Vital information for city, state and national planners

By Roger Straw, April 11, 2020

In a previous posting, I shared links to the excellent Johns Hopkins coronavirus map.

Today, another great source was brought to my attention: the Topos.com COVID-19 Compiler.

The Topos map begins with a map of the U.S. (right), and allows you to drill down to state and county level statistics.

I found the chart showing “Cases Per Capita (per 100K PPL)” especially interesting.  Solano County is currently reporting a rate of 27.36 cases per 100K, which compares favorably to other Bay Area Counties.

The Topos map allows for comparison using an amazing number of other factors and data points.  For instance, you can compare Solano County’s overall Cases Per Capita, 27.36 to its Flu and Pneumonia Cases Per Capita, 24.9.

Much more is available on the map.  Interesting and vital information for city, state and national planners.

FROM THE ABOUT PAGE:

“COVID-19 Compiler aims to display relevant data about the novel coronavirus outbreak in the United States.

“Our goal is to provide a multidimensional view of covid-19’s impact in counties across the US encompassing the mapping of vulnerable populations, state and local policies to reduce transmission, and data on medical / health care resources. The site is updated daily with the latest data available on the outbreak.”

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Coronavirus in Solano County – 6 new cases reported on April 10

Friday, April 10: six new cases no new deaths, total now 121 cases, 2 deaths:

Solano County Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Updates and Resources.  Check out basic information in this screenshot.   IMPORTANT: The County’s interactive page has more.  On the County website, you can click on “Number of cases” and then hover over the charts for detailed information.

Last report (Thursday, April 9):

Summary:

Solano County reported 6 NEW POSITIVE CASES today – total is now 121.  No new deaths in Solano County – total of 2.

As of today:

    • 1 positive case was a young person under 19 years of age
    • 93 of the cases, 77%, were individuals between the ages of 19 and 64 (including 1 death).   All of today’s 6 new cases are in this age group.
    • 27 of the cases, 22%, were 65 or older (including 1 death)

ACTIVE CASES:  Only 33 of the 115 are active cases (6 fewer than yesterday).

HOSPITALIZATIONS: 34 of the cases have resulted in hospitalizations (2 more than yesterday).

CITY DATA: Vallejo added 3 new cases, total of 44; Fairfield added 2 cases, total of 33; and Vacaville added 1 new case, total of 21.  Smaller cities are still not assigned numerical data: all show <10 (less than 10).  NOTE that the 3 major cities account for all 6 of today’s new cases,so none of today’s new cases have come from one of our four smaller cities or unincorporated areas.  Residents and city officials have been pressuring County officials for city case counts for the past two weeks.  Today’s data is welcome, but incomplete.

TESTING is minimal in Solano County.  I am told that the chart with blue bars, “Daily number of cases on the date that specimens were collected” shows why the County is interpreting a flattening of the curve.  Note that the daily date in that chart refers to the date a sample was drawn and so reflects the lag time in testing.

Solano’s upward curve in cumulative cases – as of April 10

The chart above gives a clear picture of the infection’s trajectory in Solano County.  Our COVID-19 curve continues on its uphill climb!

Everyone stay home and be safe!

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Solano County Library launches survey seeking info on online services during coronavirus

[NOTE: The Benicia Library is independent, not part of the Solano County Library system.  See Benicia Library Director David Dodd’s April 1 Pandemic Update.   – R.S.]

By VALLEJO TIMES-HERALD, April 8, 2020

Solano County LibraryThe Solano County Library wants to know what type of online programming that is responsive and reflective of the community needs during the COVID-19 pandemic and has launched a survey, seeking community input.

“We’d love your input and suggestions on the types of topics and programs that resonate with you most during this period of physical distancing,” library officials said in a press release.

The survey can be accessed at surveymonkey.com/r/digitalscl

For more information, call 1-866-57-ASKUS or visit solanolibrary.com.