Prince of Wales Confirms First Case of "Coronavirus"

From the City of Craig:

Craig City staff was notified by Alaska Public Health on Friday, April 10th that they had received notice of the first confirmed COVID-19 case in Craig. Public health and the division of epidemiology is currently conducting a case investigation to determine how the patient was exposed and the potential scope of contacts. Additional information will be released as it is available.

The Craig Emergency Operations Center staff will continue to meet and will determine what actions need to be taken in light of the confirmed case in Craig. All existing quarantine and other measures will remain for the time being.

With the holiday weekend upon us, we are strongly advising residents to 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 Emergency Operations Center will continue to work with Alaska Public Health and will provide updated information as it is available.

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.

No, the Individual is NOT an AP&T Employee:

We heard a rumor that we wanted to get ahead of, there are no employees at AP&T that have tested positive for COVID-19.

Ketchikan Updates: 

P.O.W.E.R. Aid Request Form

POWER is a food bank, but can help with other emergency needs. POWER is run by volunteers and is supported by donations to the store for clothing and household goods and support from local businesses schools, the City of Craig and churches. POWER is not run by the City of Craig, the City owns the building, but POWER is a 501c3 charity.

We reserve the right to deny service to anyone. No one will be helped while under the influence.
Aid is available from the Food Bank 4 times a year.

Emergency or Energy aid can be given once a year with a maximum of 3 times lifetime. ID is required to verify your name, address and date of birth to avoid confusion. Energy aid can be for fuel, or propane. Only one. Please wait in the store until this aid has been called in. Other Emergency aid that needs approval by the board includes: electricity, rent, medical, travel and medicine or other emergencies. It is the applicants responsibility to check back the next time the store is open. Most aid is ready by Wednesdays. The aid year is counted from the day you apply. Please, Fill out ALL information on both sides. [Request form here].

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