Erie, PA – County Executive Kathy Dahlkemper and the Erie County Department of Health today announced the second positive case of COVID-19 in Erie County.
The individual is in their early 30s and likely contracted the virus outside of Erie County. The individual traveled by cruise ship. Other details regarding location or other personal information regarding the individual will not be released to the public.
Dahlkemper, her administration and the Erie County Department of Health continue to stress the importance of staying home, and practicing social distancing and personal hygiene.
“My request is for people not to travel outside of Erie County,” Dahlkemper said. “We are in a much better position than other counties right now. Please keep a distance of at least six feet from others and limit gatherings to 10 people or fewer, and help us do our part to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Erie County. If we all do this and do it well, we will save lives. Please stay home, please stay safe, and please stay calm.”
