County Executive Kathy Dahlkemper and Erie County Department of Health announce 148 new positive cases of COVID-19 and two additional deaths have been reported in Erie County as of 11:59 p.m. on Jan. 4.
The total cumulative cases of COVID-19 in Erie County is 12,308, with 294 deaths (reported in NEDSS).
Currently there are 4,274 active cases, and 7,740 cases have recovered and been released from isolation, using the Pennsylvania Department of Health’s estimations.
This information can be found on the chart on the “Positive Cases in Erie County” page at eriecountypa.gov.
All residents are reminded to wear a mask that covers their nose and mouth when near anyone who does not live inside their home, keep a 6-foot distance from others, stay home as much as possible – and definitely when feeling ill, wash hands frequently, and limit activities outside of their homes.
Take the safe choices pledge at eriecountypa.gov.
The next press briefing will take place Wednesday, Jan. 6, at 3 p.m.
All questions related to COVID-19 should be directed to Erie County Department of Health at 814-451-6700 or ecdhinfo@eriecountypa.gov.
