Category Archives: Solano County CA

Coronavirus, Covid 19, Solano County CA

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.”

Coronavirus, Covid 19, Solano County CA

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!

Coronavirus, Covid 19, Solano County CA

Coronavirus in Solano County – 3 new cases reported on April 9

Thursday, April 9: three new cases no new deaths, total now 115 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 (Wednesday, April 8):

Summary:

Solano County reported 3 NEW POSITIVE CASES today – total is now 115.  No new deaths in Solano County – total of 2.

As of today:

    • 1 positive case was a young person under 19 years of age
    • 87 of the cases, 76%, were individuals between the ages of 19 and 64 (including 1 death)
    • 27 of the cases, 23%, were 65 or older (including 1 death)

Only 39 of the 115 are active cases (same yesterday), and 32 of the cases have resulted in hospitalizations (5 more than yesterday).

CITY DATA: Vallejo added no new cases, total of 41; Fairfield added no cases, total of 31; and Vacaville added 2 new cases, total of 20.  Smaller cities are still not assigned numerical data: all show <10 (less than 10).  NOTE that the 3 major cities only account for 2 of the 3 new cases, implying that 1 new case must 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 (top, center), “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.  (This whole “flattening” thing is still a mystery to me!)

Solano’s upward curve in cumulative cases – as of April 9

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!

Coronavirus, Covid 19, Solano County CA

Solano Public Health Officer reminds residents to observe religious practices at home during Shelter at Home order

Solano County Public Health, April 8, 2020

SOLANO COUNTY – Solano County Public Health reminds the public that the Shelter at Home Health Order prohibits gatherings and directs individuals to stay home except for essential activities until April 30, 2020 to protect individuals from the possible transmission of COVID-19. Unfortunately, this Order impacts religious events that are underway throughout the month.

“We genuinely empathize with those who are unable to practice their religious traditions and celebrations during this challenging time,” said Dr. Bela Matyas, Solano County Health Officer. “However, to protect the health of our community members, the health order does not allow for gatherings outside of one’s immediate household. These measures, while disruptive, aim to curb the growing number of cases resulting from community spread, and to limit opportunities for people to spread COVID-19 to others unknowingly.”

The Health Order impacts observances where gatherings usually take place, including Holy Week and Easter, Passover, Orthodox Easter, Ramadan and other religious practices. Faith-based leaders and religious organizations are urged to close in-person services and not bring large groups of people together while the Health Order is in force.

It is important to emphasize that suspension of in-person gatherings is not a suspension of worship. There are many ways that religious practices can still be observed, including livestreaming or watching recordings online.

In addition, Solano Public Health reminds the public that avoiding non-essential travel and activities, washing hands frequently, and placing 6-feet distance between others when outside are ways to curb the spread of coronavirus in our community. For more information on COVID-19, visit www.solanocounty.com/covid19.  For questions about coronavirus, call the Coronavirus Warmline at 707-784-8988 or email covid19@solanocounty.com.   Follow Solano County Public Health on Facebook @SolanoCountyPH and www.Facebook.com/SolanoCountyPH.