City of Brea COVID-19 Community Update Sept 11, 2020

Orange County Moves into Red Tier 2 of State Re-Opening Framework

Last Tuesday, the California Department of Public Health certified that Orange County has met the epidemiological criteria to move up to the "Red - Substantial Risk Tier 2" in the State of California’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy, the framework guiding California’s COVID-19 response. This move allows certain business sectors to re-open immediately and businesses to expand their operations with certain restrictions. Click here to see the County’s full Press Release and a list of businesses in Orange County now able to re-open and/or expand with modifications.

Amended Health Orders and Strong Recommendations

As part of Orange County’s movement into the Red Tier 2 categoriztaion, County Health Officer Dr. Clayton Chau issued revised Health Orders and Strong Recommendations. These Orders and Strong Recommendations coincide with Orange County’s movement into the Red Tier 2.

Great Plates Delivered Meal Program Extended

The Great Plates Delivered program has been extended through October 9. This program delivers restaurant meals to seniors in need due to COVID-19. More information on this program can be found by clicking here.

Orange County Health Care Agency Statistics

As of today, the County is reporting 2 new COVID-19 cases in Brea. This brings the City’s cumulative total to 460 residents who have tested positive, and 6 residents have passed away from the virus. According to County statistics, there have been 50,613 confirmed COVID-19 cumulative cases county-wide, 142 of which were newly-reported today. Additionally, there has unfortunately been 1,081 cumulative deaths to date, with 12 newly-reported today. Currently, 223 cases are hospitalized, 65 of which are in the ICU. The County estimates 44,976 individuals have recovered, but that number is speculative.

Keep Yourself and Our Community Safe

In order to slow the spread of COVID-19, we encourage the community to continue complying with all State and County health orders, as well as using best health practices. Stay vigilant and follow the best practices listed below.

Wash hands frequently and for at least 20 seconds.
Wear a face covering.
Disinfect commonly touched surfaces, such as cell phones, door knobs, light switches, keys, etc.
Physically distance and avoid mixing with those you do not live with.