County Executive Kathy Dahlkemper and Erie County Department of Health announce one new positive case of COVID-19 has been reported in Erie County as of 11:59 p.m. on June 20.
The total cumulative cases of COVID-19 in Erie County since March 2020 is 21,194 with 476 total deaths, as reported in the National Electronic Disease Surveillance System. This information can be found at eriecountypa.gov.
Vaccines for COVID-19 are available for free for residents of Erie County ages 12 years and older. Finding vaccines in nearby locations can be done by:
- texting your ZIP Code to 438829
- visiting vaccines.gov
- calling 1-800-232-0233
The public is reminded that unvaccinated community members risk contracting COVID-19 and, if positive for it and even without exhibiting symptoms, can infect their less healthy and under-immunized loved ones.
Being tested can help determine if someone is positive for COVID-19. There are free testing clinics this week open to the public. No insurance is needed and walk-ups are welcome.
- Thursday, June 24: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. at General McLane High School, 11761 Edinboro Rd., Edinboro
- Saturday. June 26: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Blasco Memorial Library, 160 E. Front St., Erie
All unvaccinated 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 six-foot distance from others, stay home when feeling ill, wash hands frequently, and limit activities outside of their homes.
All questions related to COVID-19 may be directed to Erie County Department of Health at 814-451-6700 or ecdhinfo@eriecountypa.gov.
