CONTACT:
Tribal Emergency Operations Center (TEOC)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 16, 2020
Tlingit & Haida is committed to providing current information on the Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic to ensure all tribal citizens remain informed and have the resources needed to stay safe. Below is a brief update from Tlingit & Haida’s Tribal Emergency Operations Center.
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The total number of cumulative positive COVID-19 cases in Alaska as of yesterday is 24,399, including 556 new resident cases and 7 new non-resident cases reported. Of these cases, 20,130 are under investigation, 598 individuals had a recent history of travel and 3,671 were close contact, community or unknown. There has been a total of 7,165 statewide recoveries, 559 hospitalizations and 98 deaths. To view Southeast Alaska resident and non-resident cases, case counts by high tribal citizen populations, and U.S. breakdowns, see below.
If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever with symptoms, such as a cough or difficulty breathing, contact your local healthcare provider for medical advice.
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*The Alaska COVID-19 data is derived from the Alaska Coronavirus Response Hub developed by the State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services. Alaska resident cases are reported by place of resident, and includes Alaskan residents diagnosed and isolated out-of-state. Non-resident cases are reported by place of diagnosis. Communities with fewer than 1,000 residents are combined at the borough/census area level to protect patient privacy. Counts by residency status and place are subject to change as additional information is collected during case investigations. Source: Alaska Department of Health and Social Services
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SOUTHEAST ALASKA RESIDENT CASES |
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Southeast AK Resident Cases by Community:
There are 1,067 confirmed resident cases in Southeast Alaska including 10 new cases reported: Juneau (9) and Sitka (1). Of these cases, 613 are active, 448 have recovered and 6 deaths have been recorded.
- Haines Borough: 10 (6 recovered, 4 active)
- Juneau City & Borough: 661 (264 recovered, 393 active, 4 deaths)
- Ketchikan Gateway Borough: 160 (52 recovered, 108 active)
- Petersburg Borough: 18 (8 recovered, 9 active, 1 death)
- Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area: 45
- Craig: 4 (2 recovered, 2 active)
- Metlakatla: 11 (3 recovered, 7 active, 1 death)
- Other: 30 (21 recovered, 9 active)
- Sitka City & Borough: 117 (49 recovered, 68 active)
- Skagway: 7 (6 recovered, 1 active)
- Wrangell City & Borough: 14 (11 recovered, 3 active)
- Yakutat-Hoonah-Angoon: 35 (26 recovered, 9 active)
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NON-RESIDENT CASES IN SOUTHEAST ALASKA |
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Non-Resident Cases in Southeast Alaska by Community:
There are 155 confirmed non-resident cases in Southeast Alaska. Of these cases, 24 are active and 131 have recovered.
- Haines Borough: 6 (5 recovered, 1 active)
- Juneau City & Borough: 94 (78 recovered, 16 active)
- Ketchikan Gateway Borough: 21 (17 recovered, 4 active)
- Petersburg Borough: 5 (5 recovered)
- Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area:
- Craig 1 (1 recovered)
- Sitka City & Borough: 16 (13 recovered, 3 active)
- Wrangell City & Borough: 6 (6 recovered)
- Yakutat-Hoonah-Angoon: 6 (6 recovered)
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CASE COUNTS BY HIGH TRIBAL CITIZEN POPULATIONS |
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Case Count by States with High Tribal Citizen Populations:
The following are statistics for California and Washington states where a large population of Tlingit & Haida's tribal citizens reside.
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- Confirmed Cases: 1,033,473
- Deaths: 18,273
1:14 PM (PST) on November 16, 2020.
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- Confirmed Cases: 130,040
- Deaths: 2,519
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UNITED STATES CASE COUNT UPDATE |
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United States COVID-19 Cases:
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Total Confirmed: 11,1190,611*
- Total Recovered: 4,244,811*
- Total Deaths: 247,116*
- Jurisdictions reporting cases: 55 (50 states, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands)
*United States COVID-19 data is derived from an interactive dashboard developed by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering at John Hopkins University that tracks the COVID-19 spread in
real-time. Data was pulled at 3:27 PM AKDT on November 16, 2020.
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Can I Still Visit the Doctor or Hospital?
During these times, hospitals and clinics are very busy conducting tests for the Coronavirus (COVID-19). If you are in need of non-emergency medical care, consider a virtual visit with your health care provider to streamline the process.
Telehealth allows healthcare providers to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients using technology such as video conferencing and smartphones without the need for an in-person visit. It can also be used for non-clinical services such as preventative, educational, and health-related administrative activities.
Telehealth services are not only are crucial to slowing the spread of the Coronavirus and keeping our essential health care providers safe and healthy, they also allow our tribal citizens to gain access to quality health care providers and specialists while remaining in their home community and without have to venture out into the public.
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Tracking COVID-19 in Alaska: 654 New Cases Reported Sunday as Hospitalizations Continue to Rise — Alaska reported 654 new COVID-19 cases Sunday as hospitalizations reached a new high and the number of available intensive care unit beds dwindled. (Anchorage Daily News)
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Alaska’s Elite Nordic Skiers Face Tough Decisions on European World Cup — Alaska’s top cross-country ski athletes are days away from the first races of the season in Europe, but the raging pandemic is forcing tough decisions among athletes. (Alaska Public Media)
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Gov. Dunleavy Issues New Health Orders to Go With 30-Day Emergency Declaration — Gov. Mike Dunleavy issued a series of health orders related to the COVID-19 pandemic on Sunday. When the state’s emergency declaration ends at midnight on Sunday, so will the health mandates the governor started issuing in March. (Alaska Public Media)
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Chances Are ‘Slim’ That Anchorage Students Can Return to Classrooms Before January, Superintendent Says — The Anchorage School Board will no longer consider postponing all classes, including virtual school, through the holidays, during its meeting on Monday, Nov. 16. (Anchorage Daily News)
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Moderna's Coronavirus Vaccine is 94.5% Effective, According to Company Data — The Moderna vaccine is 94.5% effective against coronavirus, according to early data released Monday by the company, making it the second vaccine in the United States to have a stunningly high success rate. (CNN)
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States Enact More Covid-19 Rules as the US Hits 11 Million Cases — The United States surpassed 11 million coronavirus cases on Sunday, according to data from Johns Hopkins University, as states across the country moved to enact restrictions aimed at slowing the spread of the virus. (CNN)
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It is imperative that our tribal citizens continue to hunker down and shelter in place, follow federal, state, tribal and local health mandates, and stay informed on the COVID-19 pandemic to keep ourselves and our families safe.
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Tlingit & Haida's Tribal Emergency Operations Center (TEOC)
The Tribal Emergency Operations Center (TEOC) was created to enable Tlingit & Haida to provide timely, integrated, and coordinated responses to the Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic that addresses the four phases of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. The activation of the TEOC is not due to any identified cases within the Tribe. All actions are aimed at protecting the safety and well-being of Tlingit & Haida’s citizens, clients, employees and communities.
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