Department has tested positive for covid19. The station where that person worked is closed for deep cleaning. And, anyone who was in contact with that crewmember has been ordered to self isolate. We have learned the Alameda County sheriffs deputy who has died because of complications of the virus got it from the jail. The 57yearold got sick after an outbreak at the facility last month. This is the second Alameda County sheriffs deputy to die because of covid19. California is reporting an increase of 2 , so far the state has seen 445,000 cases of the virus. Contra costa county could be the next bay area county where people could face fines for not wearing face masks. County officials will consider an ordinance will authorize fines for anyone who violates public orders. The firsviresult in a 100 fine. A second violation would cost you 200. Contra costa county of supervisors will decide to adopt the ordinance on tuesday, napa and marin county have approved so several fines of up to 2000.
Out of an abundance of caution, programs were suspended on friday. And, the facility, receiving heightened cleaning. The city has been running a summer camp at the montclare Recreation Center since june 29th. 27 kids divided into pods, during outdoor activities. The city says it followed all cdc guidelines. But, the kids told their parents they were eating inside, and did not always wear a mask while playing outside. I am not happy, i found out they were eating at the same table together without masks on. When you are inside, when you were eating and not wearing a mask, if youre congregated together less than 6 feet, that introduces a higher risk. Reporter this doctor is an Infectious Disease specialist. He is not involved with a specific case. Younger kids less than 10 ke as well as transmit covid to adults. Reporter he believes the city should close the camp longer instead of reopening on monday. Some other kids or staffers could have contracted it from the same person and they would