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One of the Craig COVID-19 cases has been classified as “recovered”


Craig City staff was notified by Alaska Public Health on Friday, April 10th, that the first case of COVID-19 was confirmed. On Monday, April 13th, Public Health notified the city that a second case in Craig had been confirmed. On April 16th, Public Health notified the Craig Emergency Operations Center staff that one of the Craig cases has been classified as “recovered” by State Public Health. According to Public Health, persons who were directed to care for themselves at home may discontinue home isolation under the following conditions: • At least 3 days (72 hours) have passed since recovery defined as resolution of fever without the use of fever-reducing medications and improvement in respiratory symptoms (e.g., cough, shortness of breath); AND, • At least seven days have passed since symptoms first appeared. Public Health is continuing to monitor the other confirmed case and contacts from both cases identified through the case investigation process. We are continuing to strongly advise residents to strictly follow all health mandates and advisories to reduce the risk of spreading the virus in Craig. These measures include:  Do not socialize with persons outside of your household  Maintain good social distancing at all times keeping at least six feet between persons  Keep all trips for essential services to a minimum to avoid contact and wear a face mask/covering when you do need to make essential service trips  Stay home as much as possible  Wash your hands frequently and avoid touching your face as much as possible  If you have symptoms or have a temperature of 100.4° F or higher contact your primary healthcare provider and self isolate immediately The City of Craig will continue to monitor COVID-19 reports and information and provide links and up to date information about the City of Craig response at the city’s website. For information go to www.craigak.com or www.craigak.com/covid. Contact information for City of Craig departments and services. Craig Aquatic Center 826-2794 pool@craigak.com Craig City Hall 826-3275 info@craigak.com Craig EMS 826-4857 ems@craigak.com Craig Harbormaster 826-3404 harbors@craigak.com Craig Police 826-3330 re44@craigpd.com Craig Public Facilities 826-3408 facilities@craigak.com Craig Public Library 826-3281 library@craigak.com Craig Public Works 826-3405 publicworks@craigak.com Craig Recreation Department 826-2575 craigrec@aptalaska.net

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