Walton County COVID19 Updates
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Where is the county line up there?
On the edge of Niceville. That zip includes Choctaw Beach which is in Walton County. Probably more accurate to include case numbers from that zip in Okaloosa County.
Just west of Villa Tasso, at Camp Timpoochee. Just east of the Mid-Bay Bridge.
Lots of military families live in Choctaw Beach.
4/8/2020 10:30 am
COVID-19 Cases Reported in Walton County
Positive 26
Total Tests 245
Negative 219
COVID-19 Cases Reported in Walton County
Positive 26
Total Tests 245
Negative 219
Walton County Emergency Management
April 8
Thanks to the WCBCC and the Florida Governor, Walton County Sees Low Tourist Numbers; Sacred Heart now testing only Residents
Based on the KeyData received by the TDC, we continue to see a trend of low paid occupancy rates for short-term rentals. Throughout the month of April, paid occupancy rates are slated to be about 5-6%, this time last years it was as high as 70%.
These numbers represent a sharp decline from the prior year. It is also important to note that it is believed that the actual numbers may be lower than the 5-6% due to the fact that some data is not being updated from some businesses that may have closed or furloughed employees.
Additionally, we have received information from Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital Emerald Coast (ASHHEC) that they have seen the same drop regarding their services and testing for COVID-19.
According to ASHEC, prior to the beach closure passed by the Walton County Board of County Commissioners on April 2, and the short-term rental ban instituted by the Governor's office, 40% of those being tested for COVID-19 were non Walton County residents. Since the implementation of both of these measures, ASHHEC has said that all tests for COVID-19 have been local Walton County residents.
It is through the leadership of the Walton County Board of County Commissioners, the Governor, and the support of our residents that we will become stronger as a County.
As we continue to move forward through these trying times, we want to continue to encourage residents to remain vigilant and work towards practicing proper social distancing, avoiding groups, properly washing your hands and doing our best to come together by staying apart.
April 8
Thanks to the WCBCC and the Florida Governor, Walton County Sees Low Tourist Numbers; Sacred Heart now testing only Residents
Based on the KeyData received by the TDC, we continue to see a trend of low paid occupancy rates for short-term rentals. Throughout the month of April, paid occupancy rates are slated to be about 5-6%, this time last years it was as high as 70%.
These numbers represent a sharp decline from the prior year. It is also important to note that it is believed that the actual numbers may be lower than the 5-6% due to the fact that some data is not being updated from some businesses that may have closed or furloughed employees.
Additionally, we have received information from Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital Emerald Coast (ASHHEC) that they have seen the same drop regarding their services and testing for COVID-19.
According to ASHEC, prior to the beach closure passed by the Walton County Board of County Commissioners on April 2, and the short-term rental ban instituted by the Governor's office, 40% of those being tested for COVID-19 were non Walton County residents. Since the implementation of both of these measures, ASHHEC has said that all tests for COVID-19 have been local Walton County residents.
It is through the leadership of the Walton County Board of County Commissioners, the Governor, and the support of our residents that we will become stronger as a County.
As we continue to move forward through these trying times, we want to continue to encourage residents to remain vigilant and work towards practicing proper social distancing, avoiding groups, properly washing your hands and doing our best to come together by staying apart.
4/9/2020 10:30 am
COVID-19 Cases Reported in Walton County
Positive 26
Total Tests 258
Negative 232
COVID-19 Cases Reported in Walton County
Positive 26
Total Tests 258
Negative 232
4/10/2020 10:30 am
COVID-19 Cases Reported in Walton County
Positive 27
Total Tests 284
Negative 257
COVID-19 Cases Reported in Walton County
Positive 27
Total Tests 284
Negative 257
CDC Recommendations for Cloth Face Coverings to Stop the Spread of COVID-19
- Cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others
- You could spread COVID-19 to others even if you do not feel sick.
- Everyone should wear a cloth face cover when they have to go out in public, for example to the grocery store or to pick up other necessities.
- Cloth face coverings should not be placed on young children under age 2, anyone who has trouble breathing, or is unconscious, incapacitated or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance.
- The cloth face cover is meant to protect other people in case you are infected.
- Do NOT use a facemask meant for a healthcare worker.
- Continue to keep about 6 feet between yourself and others. The cloth face cover is not a substitute for social distancing.
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
- Cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others
- You could spread COVID-19 to others even if you do not feel sick.
- Everyone should wear a cloth face cover when they have to go out in public, for example to the grocery store or to pick up other necessities.
- Cloth face coverings should not be placed on young children under age 2, anyone who has trouble breathing, or is unconscious, incapacitated or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance.
- The cloth face cover is meant to protect other people in case you are infected.
- Do NOT use a facemask meant for a healthcare worker.
- Continue to keep about 6 feet between yourself and others. The cloth face cover is not a substitute for social distancing.
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Two new cases in Walton County
Total Cases: 29
Residents: 21
Residents Not in Florida: 0
Non-Residents: 8
Conditions and Care
Deaths: 0
Hospitalizations*
Residents: 5
Non-Residents: 2
Demographics of Cases
Age Range: 20 to 90
Median Age: 52
Male: 33%
Female: 67%
Total Cases: 29
Residents: 21
Residents Not in Florida: 0
Non-Residents: 8
Conditions and Care
Deaths: 0
Hospitalizations*
Residents: 5
Non-Residents: 2
Demographics of Cases
Age Range: 20 to 90
Median Age: 52
Male: 33%
Female: 67%
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