New York Launches COVID-19 Distribution Map: How It Works
'08.10.2020'
Vita Popova
The e-map helps citizens determine if they are in hot spots for COVID-19. How it works, writes PIX 11.
On the evening of October 7, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced the launch of the site COVID-19 Zone Finder... This resource helps New Yorkers determine if they are in hot spots for COVID-19.
“This week we have taken proactive measures across Brooklyn and Queens to stop the spread of (the virus. - Ed.), - wrote de Blasio on Twitter. - We are monitoring the progress in each zone and will not miss it. We will defeat this virus again and will continue to do so together. ”
How it works
To use the COVID-19 Zone Finder, enter the address in the search bar on this site or click on the map. After that, you will receive information about whether you are in the area where the coronavirus is spreading, as well as advice on appropriate precautions.
Bill de Blasio calls it "a new tool to help New Yorkers know which COVID-19 cluster zone they can live, work or attend school in."
Recall that at present, part of the city of New York is divided into "red", "orange" and "yellow" zones of distribution of COVID-19. Depending on the zone in which a particular area fell, its inhabitants must adhere to certain requirements. You can learn more about this. here.
As previously written ForumDaily New York:
- In New York, a new surge of COVID-19. We wrote about what the authorities are ready to go to to stop the virus here.
- New York has launched a COVID-19 tracking app. You can find out how it works in this publication.
- New York will begin to fine for refusing to wear face masks. Read about who exactly will be fined for refusing to wear a protective mask. in this material.