COVID-19
This page will be updated at least daily and will include useful links, helpful information, and maybe even some humor to brighten your day when we can. The Big Horn County Commissioners are proactively working across all agencies of government to plan for a coordinated response to the COVID-19 virus. Our Big Horn County Health Official, Dr. Fairbanks has issued the following updates for the safety of Big Horn County Citizens.
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July 10, 2020
UPDATE
July 10, 2020
9:00 AM
Big Horn County
COVID-19 Update/Response
For Immediate Release
Today, July 10, 2020 the Big Horn County Public Health Department received notification of 4 individuals testing positive for COVID-19. Two females and one male are from the same family and are tied to a previous positive in our county. The fourth case is another female with no further information available at this time. This brings the total positive cases to date in Big Horn County up to 26.
With active cases and quarantined individuals throughout our entire county there is no geographical area unaffected at this time. This continued spread makes it even more critical for citizens to continue the safe exposure reduction practices that have been emphasized throughout this emergency. Community support and compliance is imperative at every level to protect our citizens. Safety is up to you.
Information regarding COVID-19 is available throughout the area including the County and Public Health Department websites and Facebook. Local agencies will continue to provide community education about mitigation efforts such as social distancing. Evidence from other affected cities and countries clearly shows that areas that initiated mitigation measures prior to widespread community transmission are significantly better able to address their community’s needs.
For more Wyoming information on COVID-19, wohs.us is a one stop shop for COVID-19 information.
July 9, 2020
9:00 AM
Big Horn County
COVID-19 Update/Response
For Immediate Release
Today, July 9, 2020 the Big Horn County Public Health Department received notification of 1 individual testing positive for COVID-19. This case is an adult male and is the 22nd resident of Big Horn County who has tested positive to date. There is no further information available at this time.
With active cases and quarantined individuals throughout our entire county there is no geographical area unaffected at this time. This continued spread makes it even more critical for citizens to continue the safe exposure reduction practices as have been emphasized throughout this emergency. Community support and compliance is imperative at every level to protect our citizens. Safety is up to you.
Information regarding COVID-19 is available throughout the area including the County and Public Health Department websites and Facebook. Local agencies will continue to provide community education about mitigation efforts such as social distancing. Evidence from other affected cities and countries clearly shows that areas that initiated mitigation measures prior to widespread community transmission are significantly better able to address their community’s needs.
For more Wyoming information on COVID-19, wohs.us is a one stop shop for COVID-19 information.
Food Bank of the Rockies is doing another Food Distribution for those in need, see information below. You can contact Food Bank of the Rockies with questions. 307-265-2172 / 877-265-2172 (toll-free) http://wyomingfoodbank.org/
July 8, 2020
9:00 AM
Big Horn County
COVID-19 Update/Response
For Immediate Release
Today, July 8, 2020 the Big Horn County Public Health Department received notification of 1 individual testing positive for COVID-19. This case is an adult female and is the 21st resident of Big Horn County who has tested positive to date. There is no further information available at this time.
With active cases and quarantined individuals throughout our entire county there is no geographical area unaffected at this time. This continued spread makes it even more critical for citizens to continue the safe exposure reduction practices as have been emphasized throughout this emergency. Community support and compliance is imperative at every level to protect our citizens. Safety is up to you.
Information regarding COVID-19 is available throughout the area including the County and Public Health Department websites and Facebook. Local agencies will continue to provide community education about mitigation efforts such as social distancing. Evidence from other affected cities and countries clearly shows that areas that initiated mitigation measures prior to widespread community transmission are significantly better able to address their community’s needs.
For more Wyoming information on COVID-19, wohs.us is a one stop shop for COVID-19 information.
July 7, 2020
9:00 AM
Big Horn County
COVID-19 Update/Response
For Immediate Release
Today, July 7, 2020 the Big Horn County Public Health Department received notification of 1 individual testing positive for COVID-19. This case is an adult male and is the 20th resident of Big Horn County who has tested positive to date. There is no further information available at this time.
This new case underscores the need to continue safe exposure reduction practices as have been emphasized throughout this emergency. Community support and compliance is imperative at every level to protect our citizens. Safety is up to you.
Information regarding COVID-19 is available throughout the area including the County and Public Health Department websites and Facebook. Local agencies will continue to provide community education about mitigation efforts such as social distancing. Evidence from other affected cities and countries clearly shows that areas that initiated mitigation measures prior to widespread community transmission are significantly better able to address their community’s needs.
For more Wyoming information on COVID-19, wohs.us is a one stop shop for COVID-19 information.
July 4, 2020
4:00 PM
Big Horn County
COVID-19 Update/Response
For Immediate Release
Today, July 4, 2020, the Big Horn County Public Health Department received notification of 1 individual testing positive for COVID-19. This case is an adult male who was a work related exposure from outside of Big Horn County. This is the 19th resident of Big Horn County who has tested positive to date.
This new cases underscore the need to continue safe exposure reduction practices as have been emphasized throughout this emergency. Community support and compliance is imperative at every level to protect our citizens. Safety is up to you. Please have a safe 4th of July!
Information regarding COVID-19 is available throughout the area including the County and Public Health Department websites and Facebook. Local agencies will continue to provide community education about mitigation efforts such as social distancing. Evidence from other affected cities and countries clearly shows that areas that initiated mitigation measures prior to widespread community transmission are significantly better able to address their community’s needs.
For more Wyoming information on COVID-19, wohs.us is a one stop shop for COVID-19 information.
July 3, 2020
1:00 PM
Big Horn County
COVID-19 Update/Response
For Immediate Release
Today, July 3, 2020 the Big Horn County Public Health Department received notification of 1 individual testing positive for COVID-19. This case is an adult female, domestic travel related, and is the 18th resident of Big Horn County who has tested positive to date.
This new cases underscore the need to continue safe exposure reduction practices as have been emphasized throughout this emergency. Community support and compliance is imperative at every level to protect our citizens. Safety is up to you.
Information regarding COVID-19 is available throughout the area including the County and Public Health Department websites and Facebook. Local agencies will continue to provide community education about mitigation efforts such as social distancing. Evidence from other affected cities and countries clearly shows that areas that initiated mitigation measures prior to widespread community transmission are significantly better able to address their community’s needs.
For more Wyoming information on COVID-19, wohs.us is a one stop shop for COVID-19 information.
June 30, 2020
1:00 PM
Big Horn County
COVID-19 Update/Response
For Immediate Release
Today, June 30, 2020 the Big Horn County Public Health Department received notification of 6 individuals testing positive for COVID-19. These cases are a cluster in a family and are the 12th, 13th,14th, 15th 16th and 17th residents of Big Horn County who have tested positive to date. There is no further demographic information available at this time.
These new cases underscore the need to continue safe exposure reduction practices as have been emphasized throughout this emergency. Community support and compliance is imperative at every level to protect our citizens. Safety is up to you.
Information regarding COVID-19 is available throughout the area including the County and Public Health Department websites and Facebook. Local agencies will continue to provide community education about mitigation efforts such as social distancing. Evidence from other affected cities and countries clearly shows that areas that initiated mitigation measures prior to widespread community transmission are significantly better able to address their community’s needs.
For more Wyoming information on COVID-19, wohs.us is a one stop shop for COVID-19 information.
June 29, 2020
1:30 PM
Governor Gordon Extends Current Public Health Orders through July 15, 2020
Seventh Continuation of Public Health Order #1
Seventh Continuation of Public Health Order #2
Seventh Continuation of Public Health Order #3
Governor Gordon's Press Release Regarding Continuation of Orders
June 29, 2020
10:00 AM
Big Horn County
COVID-19 Update/Response
For Immediate Release
Today, June 29th, 2020 the Big Horn County Public Health Department received notification of another individual testing positive for COVID-19. This case is an adult female and is the 11th resident of Big Horn County who has tested positive to date.
This new case underscores the need to continue safe exposure reduction practices as have been emphasized throughout this emergency. Community support and compliance is imperative at every level to protect our citizens. Safety is up to you.
Information regarding COVID-19 is available throughout the area including the County and Public Health Department websites and Facebook. Local agencies will continue to provide community education about mitigation efforts such as social distancing. Evidence from other affected cities and countries clearly shows that areas that initiated mitigation measures prior to widespread community transmission are significantly better able to address their community’s needs.
For more Wyoming information on COVID-19, wohs.us is a one stop shop for COVID-19 information.
June 26, 2020
10:00 AM
Big Horn County
COVID-19 Update/Response
For Immediate Release
Today, June 26, 2020 the Big Horn County Public Health Department received notification of another individual testing positive for COVID-19. This case is an adult male and is the 10th resident of Big Horn County who has tested positive to date.
This new case underscores the need to continue safe exposure reduction practices as have been emphasized throughout this emergency. Community support and compliance is imperative at every level to protect our citizens. Safety is up to you.
Information regarding COVID-19 is available throughout the area including the County and Public Health Department websites and Facebook. Local agencies will continue to provide community education about mitigation efforts such as social distancing. Evidence from other affected cities and countries clearly shows that areas that initiated mitigation measures prior to widespread community transmission are significantly better able to address their community’s needs.
For more Wyoming information on COVID-19, wohs.us is a one stop shop for COVID-19 information.
June 16, 2020
Wyoming Department of Health updates guidance supporting outdoor visitation at long-term care facilities
June 11, 2020
2:00 PM UPDATE
10:00 AM UPDATE
June 10, 2020
The Sixth Continuation & Modification of Health Orders for June 15 ,2020- June 30, 2020.
These contain a few changes in various areas so please read them carefully.
Health Order #1 Continuation
Health Order #2 Continuation
Health Order #3 Continuation
Governor Gordon's Press Release
June 9, 2020
UPDATE
June 8, 2020
UPDATE
June 3, 2020
UPDATE
June 1, 2020
PSA: Planning is Crucial to Save and Successful Events In Big Horn County
May 27, 2020
2:30 PM
Health Order #1 Continuation
Health Order #2 Continuation
Health Order #3 Continuation
May 24, 2020
UPDATE
May 22, 2020
County Buildings Reopening - Tuesday May 26, 2020
Click here for more details
May 20, 2020
5:00 PM
PRESS RELEASE
May 19 2020
UPDATE
May 18, 2020
UPDATE
May 13, 2020
Link to Governor Gordon's Press Conference this afternoon.
State Wide Health Orders Effective May 15, 2020 - May 31, 2020
Health Order #1 Continuation
Health Order #2 Continuation
Health Order #3 Continuation
Funds allocated for Wyoming businesses to receive PPE
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has allocated $2 million to the Wyoming Office of Homeland Security to purchase and distribute Personal Protective Equipment to non-health care related entities. This effort will support public safety for businesses and communities across the state under the new health orders.
WOHS will be working with the Wyoming Business Council to assess the specific needs as restrictions are eased. Needs of businesses will be assessed in future communications with WOHS and the Business Council.
“We are happy to help our Wyoming businesses as we move forward in easing restrictions,” Director Lynn Budd, Wyoming Office of Homeland Security said. “Ensuring our communities have the essential needs to navigate this process is important to our state’s recovery."
Information will be available on the Wyoming Office of Homeland Security website at hls.wyo.gov and questions may be emailed to wohsppeinfo@wyo.gov.
May 11, 2020
UPDATE
Variance #3 - Limited Indoor Dining & Beverage Service
May 9, 2020 - Big Horn County Health Variances
Variance #1 - Outdoor Dining
Variance #2 - Religious Services
May 6, 2020
UPDATE
May 4, 2020
Update
Variance Request Template
April 30, 2020
Most Recent Statewide Health Orders and Guidance Documents
Health Order #1 Continuation & Associated State Guidance for Education - Associated State Guidance for Childcare Providers
Health Order #2 Continuation
Health Order #3 Continuation
April 29, 2020
12:00 PM
UPDATE - Second Positive COVID-19 Case in Big Horn County
April 27, 2020
3:00 PM
This Monday, as we near the end of April we are cautiously optimistic that things are beginning to level out, we are beginning to see a flat line and breathe a bit easier regarding COVID-19 cases in Big Horn County. With that in mind, we will be scaling back our daily press releases/updates. We realize the public has been saturated with the importance of the Do the 5 to Stay Alive message. We appreciate your continued support and vigilance in maintaining these prevention measures. An ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of cure. Moving forward we will have Monday and Thursday press releases as needed and will certainly provide real time updates as the Governor and Public Health Officials release modified health orders. We are as anxious to restart our economy as you are. With well-informed restart plans being developed and citizens who continue to social distance and follow preventions protocols we will get Big Horn County back on our feet as quickly as possible.
Wyoming COVID-19 Information: https://covid19.wyo.gov/
April 24, 2020
4:00 PM
Today's Statistics For Wyoming
349 laboratory-confirmed cases
124 probable cases in Wyoming
7 COVID-19 related deaths
Today's Statistics for Big Horn County Remain the same.
1 laboratory - confirmed case
1 probable case
Additional information from Big Horn Basin Counseling to help cope with anxiety and stress during these uncertain times.
April 23, 2020
UPDATE
April 22, 2020
UPDATE
April 21, 2020
Update
This announcement from State Health Officer Harrist is a tragic reminder of why we need to
“STAY THE COURSE”
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Four Deaths Added to Wyoming’s Coronavirus-Related Count
April 21, 2020
Four Fremont County residents, all previously identified as laboratory-confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases, have died, according to the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH).
The newly confirmed deaths include an older man, older woman, adult woman and adult man. Each had been hospitalized. Two of the four had existing conditions that put them at higher risk of serious illness related to the virus. There have been 320 confirmed and 116 probable cases reported so far from across Wyoming.
“These announcements are difficult to make,” said Dr. Alexia Harrist, state health officer and state epidemiologist with WDH.
“We’ve talked a lot about who has the highest risk of hospitalization and death related to this disease and that is important information,” she said. “But the truth is anyone can get sick with COVID-19, anyone has a chance of a serious illness and anyone who is infected can pass COVID-19 on to others.”
WDH recommendations to help slow the spread of illness include:
- Follow current public health orders, which encourage staying home much as possible.
- Stay home when sick and avoid contact with other people unless you need medical attention.
- Follow common-sense steps such as washing your hands often and well; covering your coughs and sneezes; and cleaning and disinfecting.
- Wear cloth face coverings in public setting where social distancing measures are difficult to maintain.
Symptoms reported with COVID-19 include fever, cough and shortness of breath.
For more information about COVID-19 from WDH, visit: https://health.wyo.gov/publichealth/infectious-disease-epidemiology-unit/disease/novel-coronavirus/.
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Please don’t let this happen to your family, friends or neighbors. We realize these health orders have been in place for a rather long time and that we are all getting restless and struggle with varying levels of isolation and fear. If we continue to diligently follow the health orders and social distancing practices, we can continue to make a difference in our county and increase our chances to transition toward recovery and reopening of many of our business sooner.
April 20, 2020
Announcement from South Big Horn Hospital
Click Here
April 19, 2020
Social Distancing Information
from the Big Horn County Health Department
April 18, 2020
Limiting outings is important. The more places you go, the greater opportunity there is for the virus to spread. When you have to go out, only do so for essentials.
April 17, 2020
UPDATE
April 16, 2020
UPDATE
April 15, 2020
UPDATE
April 14, 2020
UPDATE
April 13, 2020
UPDATE
April 12, 2020
2:00 PM
Big Horn County
COVID-19 Update/Response
For Immediate Release
On April 12, 2020 the Big Horn County Public Health Department received notification of an individual testing positive for COVID-19. The individual is an adult male. This is the only resident of Big Horn County who has tested positive to date. The details of this person’s exposure to the virus is currently under investigation and details will be released as appropriate. Representatives from the county are working to ensure the health and safety of our residents.
Information regarding COVID-19 is available throughout the area including the County and Public Health Department websites and Facebook. Local agencies will continue to provide community education about mitigation efforts such as social distancing. Evidence from other affected cities and countries clearly shows that areas that initiated mitigation measures prior to widespread community transmission are significantly better able to address their community’s needs.
For more Wyoming information on COVID-19, wohs.us is a one stop shop for COVID-19 information.
Respectfully,
Big Horn County Public Health Team and Incident Management Team.
In observance of the Easter weekend the Big Horn County COVID-19 Response Team is standing down. We will continue to monitor activity throughout the country, state and our county. We will resume our daily updates on Monday April 13th. Thank you and have a safe weekend with your family.
April 10, 2020
UPDATE
South Big Horn Hospital Weekly Press Release
April 9, 2020
UPDATE
Big Horn County COVID-19 INFORMATION LINE
307-568-4031
Or Email us @ covid-19@bighorncountywy.gov
IMPORTANT: IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING AN EMERGENCY DO NOT USE THIS LINE CALL 911
This line will be available Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM except for county and federal holidays.
We look forward to helping you navigate these difficult times.
April 8, 2020
UPDATE
April 7, 2020
UPDATE
April 6, 2020
UPDATE
Governor Gordon issues 6th Directive
The Wyoming liquor division summarized this directive as follows:
The Governor has updated his last executive order for restaurant and bar & grill license holders. These license holders can now sell up to 2 bottles of wine (1,500 ml total) and up to 72 ounces of beer. Any container that is less than 72 ounces and is sealed in some way is allowed. Sealed means putting the container in a bag and sealing it with heat or staples, putting a strip or security tape across the cap or lid, shrink wrapping the cap or lid or having a breakable seal in a cap or lid (like a milk jug or twist off cap that leaves a ring on the container when broken).
Click here for the complete directive.
Our Kids worry too. Please take the time to talk to your kids and help them get answers to their questions about COVID-19.
Please think about store employees, your family, friends, and neighbors when you are out doing your necessary shopping.
April 4, 2020
UPDATE
April 3, 2020
UPDATE
Governor Gordon's Statewide Directive for Individuals Arriving in Wyoming From Another State or County to Self-Quarantine
1:30 PM
Statewide Public Health Orders Extended through April 30, 2020.
At 1:30 PM today Governor Gordon and the State Health Officer Dr. Alexia Harrist extended all three current public health orders through April 30, 2020. Statewide Order #1 has changed for Restaurants. Dr. Harrist summarized the change as follows: “Restaurants can now offer only delivery service, window service, curbside delivery, drive through service or drive up services. Patrons can no longer enter the restaurants to pick up food”
Please continue your cooperation with these orders and help protect our communities.
Second Continuation Order #1
Second Continuation Order #2
Second Continuation Order #3
4/2/20
UPDATE
How is your Business Being Affected
Please share
The Wyoming Business Council wants to hear how Wyoming businesses are being affected by the current COVID-19 health crisis and seeks your help in encouraging businesses to participate in a webinar from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, April 3.
This forum will focus on responding to COVID-19 issues by providing Wyoming private businesses with information as well as the opportunity to ask questions, make comments and suggestions, and share any best practices or success stories. Information from the businesses will help inform Governor Gordon’s Business and Financial Task Force led by Auditor Kristi Racines.
Forum Format:
Share what we know about the CARES Act and other disaster assistance to this point
Listen to private businesses
Q&A|
Register in advance for the Zoom webinar at:
https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_X-YfRJTASuOyvOMcCC0e0Q
Please reach out to Ron Gullberg at ron.gullberg@wyo.gov or 307-286-9519 with any questions. Thank you and stay well!
April 1, 2020
UPDATE
Helpful website that contains a lot of helpful questions and answers.
https://wy211.communityos.org/covid19-faqs
3/31/20
UPDATE
Useful Information from WYDOT
WYDOT has asked counties to help them spread information regarding automatic Driver’s License and ID extensions that were granted by Governor Mark Gordon as well as other information about their operations during this COVID-19 event. http://www.dot.state.wy.us/COVID-19
Notice from the Wyoming Liquor Division:
Governor Gordon released an Executive Order regarding alcohol sales for restaurant and bar & grill license holders effective at midnight, 3/30/20. Click Here
3/30/2020
UPDATE
3/29/20
UPDATE
The Governor released a Fireside Chat video last night.
Link to video: https://www.facebook.com/1180150215479947/videos/687092182050830/
3/28/20
UPDATE
3/27/20
2:00 PM
Update
March 27, 2020
2:00 PM
Statewide Public Health Orders Extended.
At 1:50 PM today Governor Gordon and the State Health Officer Dr. Alexia Herrist extended all three current public health orders through April 17, 2020. Please continue your cooperation with these orders and help protect our communities.
Governor Gordon’s Bulletin: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/WYGOV/bulletins/2839933
Continuation Order #1
Continuation Order #2
Continuation Order #3
3/26/20
4:00 PM
UPDATE
Information from Big Horn Basin Counseling Services
3/25/2020
3:18 PM
UPDATE
3/24/2020
5:30 PM
STATEWIDE HEALTH ORDER #3
3/24/20
2:30 PM
Update
3/23/20
2:00 PM
UPDATE
Additional Information from Law Enforcement
3/22/20
2:00 PM
UPDATE
3/22/203/21/20
12:30 PM
UPDATE
Wyoming Department of Health Guidance for Child Care Providers
3/20/20
5:30 PM
Statewide Health Order #2
3/20/20
4:00 PM
LIMITED COURTHOUSE ACCESS
3/20/20
3:00 PM
Update
3/19/20
6:00 PM
STATEWIDE PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER
3/19/20
2:00 PM
Update
3/18/2020
4:00 PM
Update
The President's Coronavirus Guidelines for America
State of Wyoming COVID-19 Website
March 16th
6:00 PM
Update
The original Big Horn County courthouse, in Basin, 1901. Wyoming State Archives.
