Lummi Indian Business Council orders shelter in place in response to coronavirus
The Lummi Indian Business Council has ordered people living on the Lummi Reservation in Whatcom County to shelter in place due to the novel coronavirus outbreak, according to a video posted on its Facebook page.
The resolution is in effect from 11:59 p.m. Sunday, March 22, until 11:59 p.m. to April 5.
People may still travel from their homes to assist family, visit doctors, shop for groceries and medications, fish, hunt or gather, according to the video. People who work in essential industries may also travel to work.
Commodities and student lunch will continue, according to the video, and the Lummi Mini Mart and Cove Store will remain open. Lummi Indian Business Council employees will be contacted by supervisors with work schedules.
This story will be updated.
BEHIND THE STORY
MOREWhat you should know about the coronavirus
COVID-19, the new coronavirus, is a disease caused by a virus named SARS-CoV-2.
The disease is spread through contact between people within six feet of each other, especially through coughing and sneezing that expels respiratory droplets that land in the mouths or noses of people nearby.
Although most of the cases have been mild, the disease is especially dangerous for the elderly and others with weaker immune systems.
Click the drop-down icon in the upper right of this card for more information on symptoms and how to stop its spread.
What you can do
Here’s what you can do to protect yourself and others from COVID-19, according to the Whatcom County Health Department.
▪ Keep six feet between yourself and others when in public.
▪ Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
▪ Don’t touch your eyes, nose or mouth with hands that haven’t been washed.
▪ Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, throw the tissue in the trash and then wash your hands.
▪ Stay home if you feel sick. Avoid others who are sick.
▪ If your symptoms are severe and require medical care, call your doctor first.
This story was originally published March 22, 2020 at 5:52 PM.
