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Proclamations
The Governor’s proclamations, as announced in press releases. A disaster proclamation lets the state send help to the counties it names and can turn on grants for households; it can also extend deadlines, such as the time to protest a property assessment.1 Executive orders
Proclamations, 2020 · 35
- Gov. Reynolds signs new Public Health proclamation continuing mitigation efforts in Johnson and Story countiesSeptember 25, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new Public Health proclamation continuing mitigation efforts in Johnson and Story countiesSeptember 25, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new Public Health proclamation continuing mitigation efforts in Johnson and Story countiesSeptember 25, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing State Public Health Emergency DeclarationSeptember 18, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new Public Health proclamation adjusting mitigation effortsSeptember 15, 2020
- Governor Reynolds extends disaster proclamation for derecho-impacted countiesSeptember 10, 2020 · disaster
AI summary Governor Reynolds has extended a disaster proclamation for Audubon, Benton, Boone, Cass, Cedar, Clarke, Clinton, Dallas, Greene, Grundy, Guthrie, Hardin, Iowa, Jackson, Jasper, Johnson, Jones, Linn, Madison, Marshall, Muscatine, Polk, Poweshiek, Scott, Story, Tama, and Washington counties following the Aug. 10 derecho. This proclamation allows state resources to be used for response and recovery and temporarily suspends regulatory provisions pertaining to weight limits and hours of service for disaster repair crews and drivers delivering goods and services and the movement of loads related to responding to the severe storm system throughout the state of Iowa.2
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Governor Reynolds extends disaster proclamation for derecho-impacted counties
Thursday, September 10, 2020
Press Release
Gov. Kim Reynolds has extended a disaster proclamation for counties impacted by the Aug. 10 derecho.
The proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather in Audubon, Benton, Boone, Cass, Cedar, Clarke, Clinton, Dallas, Greene, Grundy, Guthrie, Hardin, Iowa, Jackson, Jasper, Johnson, Jones, Linn, Madison, Marshall, Muscatine, Polk, Poweshiek, Scott, Story, Tama, and Washington counties.
In addition, the proclamation temporarily suspends regulatory provisions pertaining to weight limits and hours of service for disaster repair crews and drivers delivering goods and services and the movement of loads related to responding to the severe storm system throughout the state of Iowa.
- Gov. Reynolds signs required Proclamation placing Constitutional Convention question on General Election BallotSeptember 3, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing the State Public Health Emergency Declaration, ordering additional mitigation effortsAugust 27, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing State Public Health Emergency DeclarationAugust 21, 2020
- Governor Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for 2 additional countiesAugust 14, 2020 · disaster
AI summary Governor Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Cass and Guthrie counties in response to a severe weather system that caused widespread damage on August 10. This proclamation allows state resources to be used and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and the Disaster Case Management Program. Potential applicants for the grant program have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to submit a claim, and the Disaster Case Management Program closes 180 days from the date of the governor's proclamation.
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Governor Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for 2 additional counties
Friday, August 14, 2020
Press Release
Gov. Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation in response to a severe weather system that moved across Iowa and caused widespread damage August 10. The proclamation now allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather in Cass and Guthrie counties. The proclamation also activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program for qualifying residents, along with the Disaster Case Management Program.
Governor Reynolds previously declared a disaster and activated the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and the Disaster Case Management Program for Audubon, Benton, Boone, Dallas, Cedar, Clarke, Clinton, Greene, Grundy, Hardin, Iowa, Jackson, Jasper, Johnson, Jones, Linn, Madison, Marshall, Muscatine, Polk, Poweshiek, Scott, Story, Tama, and Washington counties. Proclamations may be issued for additional counties.
The Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program provides grants of up to $5,000 for households with incomes up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level or a maximum annual income of $43,440 for a family of three. Grants are available for home or car repairs, replacement of clothing or food, and temporary housing expenses. Original receipts are required for those seeking reimbursement for actual expenses related to storm recovery. The grant application and instructions are available on the Iowa Department of Human Services website . Potential applicants have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to submit a claim.
Disaster Case Management is a program to address serious needs to overcome a disaster-related hardship, injury or adverse condition. Disaster case managers work with clients to create a disaster recovery plan and provide guidance, advice and referral to obtain a service or resource. There are no income eligibility requirements for this program; it closes 180 days from the date of the governor's proclamation. For information on the Disaster Case Management Program, contact your local community action association or visit www.iowacommunityaction.org .
The suspension of regulatory provisions pertaining to weight limits and hours of service for disaster repair crews and drivers delivering goods and services and the movement of loads related to responding to the severe storm system throughout the state of Iowa remains in effect.
Iowa residents of counties impacted by the recent severe weather are asked to report damage to help local and state officials better understand the damage sustained. Damage to property, roads, utilities and other storm-related information may be reported. This information will be collected by the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management and shared with local emergency management agencies.
- Governor Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for 2 additional countiesAugust 13, 2020 · disaster
AI summary Governor Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Audubon and Madison counties in response to a severe weather system that caused damage on August 10. This proclamation allows state resources to be used and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and the Disaster Case Management Program. Potential applicants for the grant have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to submit a claim, and the Disaster Case Management Program closes 180 days from the date of the governor's proclamation.
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Governor Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for 2 additional counties
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Press Release
Gov. Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation in response to a severe weather system that moved across Iowa and caused widespread damage August 10. The proclamation now allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather in Audubon and Madison counties. The proclamation also activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program for qualifying residents, along with the Disaster Case Management Program.
Governor Reynolds previously declared a disaster and activated the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and the Disaster Case Management Program for Benton, Boone, Dallas, Cedar, Clarke, Clinton, Greene, Grundy, Hardin, Iowa, Jackson, Jasper, Johnson, Jones, Linn, Marshall, Muscatine, Polk, Poweshiek, Scott, Story, Tama, and Washington counties. Proclamations may be issued for additional counties.
The Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program provides grants of up to $5,000 for households with incomes up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level or a maximum annual income of $43,440 for a family of three. Grants are available for home or car repairs, replacement of clothing or food, and temporary housing expenses. Original receipts are required for those seeking reimbursement for actual expenses related to storm recovery. The grant application and instructions are available on the Iowa Department of Human Services website . Potential applicants have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to submit a claim.
Disaster Case Management is a program to address serious needs to overcome a disaster-related hardship, injury or adverse condition. Disaster case managers work with clients to create a disaster recovery plan and provide guidance, advice and referral to obtain a service or resource. There are no income eligibility requirements for this program; it closes 180 days from the date of the governor's proclamation. For information on the Disaster Case Management Program, contact your local community action association or visit www.iowacommunityaction.org .
The suspension of regulatory provisions pertaining to weight limits and hours of service for disaster repair crews and drivers delivering goods and services and the movement of loads related to responding to the severe storm system throughout the state of Iowa remains in effect.
Iowa residents of counties impacted by the recent severe weather are asked to report damage to help local and state officials better understand the damage sustained. Damage to property, roads, utilities and other storm-related information may be reported. This information will be collected by the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management and shared with local emergency management agencies.
- Governor Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for 3 additional countiesAugust 12, 2020 · disaster
AI summary Governor Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Jackson, Jones, and Grundy counties following a severe weather system that caused damage on August 10. This proclamation allows state resources to be used and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and the Disaster Case Management Program. Potential applicants for the grant program have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to submit a claim, and the Disaster Case Management Program closes 180 days from the date of the governor's proclamation.
Read the press release
Governor Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for 3 additional counties
Wednesday, August 12, 2020
Press Release
Gov. Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation in response to a severe weather system that moved across Iowa and caused widespread damage August 10. The proclamation now allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather in Jackson, Jones, and Grundy counties. The proclamation also activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program for qualifying residents, along with the Disaster Case Management Program.
Governor Reynolds previously declared a disaster and activated the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and the Disaster Case Management Program, for Benton, Boone, Dallas, Cedar, Clarke, Clinton, Greene, Hardin, Iowa, Jasper, Johnson, Linn, Marshall, Muscatine, Polk, Poweshiek, Scott, Story, Tama, and Washington counties. Proclamations may be issued for additional counties.
The Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program provides grants of up to $5,000 for households with incomes up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level or a maximum annual income of $43,440 for a family of three. Grants are available for home or car repairs, replacement of clothing or food, and temporary housing expenses. Original receipts are required for those seeking reimbursement for actual expenses related to storm recovery. The grant application and instructions are available on the Iowa Department of Human Services website . Potential applicants have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to submit a claim.
Disaster Case Management is a program to address serious needs to overcome a disaster-related hardship, injury or adverse condition. Disaster case managers work with clients to create a disaster recovery plan and provide guidance, advice and referral to obtain a service or resource. There are no income eligibility requirements for this program; it closes 180 days from the date of the governor's proclamation. For information on the Disaster Case Management Program, contact your local community action association or visit www.iowacommunityaction.org .
The suspension of regulatory provisions pertaining to weight limits and hours of service for disaster repair crews and drivers delivering goods and services and the movement of loads related to responding to the severe storm system throughout the state of Iowa remains in effect.
Iowa residents of counties impacted by the recent severe weather are asked to report damage to help local and state officials better understand the damage sustained. Damage to property, roads, utilities and other storm-related information may be reported. This information will be collected by the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management and shared with local emergency management agencies.
- Governor Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for 14 additional countiesAugust 11, 2020 · disaster
AI summary Governor Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Benton, Cedar, Clarke, Greene, Hardin, Iowa, Jasper, Linn, Muscatine, Polk, Poweshiek, Scott, Tama, and Washington counties due to a severe weather system that caused damage on August 10. This proclamation allows state resources to be used for response and recovery and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and the Disaster Case Management Program. Potential applicants for the grant have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to submit a claim, and the Disaster Case Management Program closes 180 days from the date of the governor's proclamation.
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Governor Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for 14 additional counties
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Press Release
Gov. Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation in response to a severe weather system that moved across Iowa and caused widespread damage August 10.
The proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather in Benton, Cedar, Clarke, Greene, Hardin, Iowa, Jasper, Linn, Muscatine, Polk, Poweshiek, Scott, Tama, and Washington counties. The proclamation also activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program for qualifying residents, along with the Disaster Case Management Program, for all these counties as well as Boone and Clinton counties, which were previously declared to be in a state of disaster emergency.
Governor Reynolds also previously declared a disaster and activated the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and the Disaster Case Management Program, for Dallas, Johnson, Marshall, and Story counties. Proclamations may be issued for additional counties.
The Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program provides grants of up to $5,000 for households with incomes up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level or a maximum annual income of $43,440 for a family of three. Grants are available for home or car repairs, replacement of clothing or food, and temporary housing expenses. Original receipts are required for those seeking reimbursement for actual expenses related to storm recovery. The grant application and instructions are available on the Iowa Department of Human Services website . Potential applicants have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to submit a claim.
Disaster Case Management is a program to address serious needs to overcome a disaster-related hardship, injury or adverse condition. Disaster case managers work with clients to create a disaster recovery plan and provide guidance, advice and referral to obtain a service or resource. There are no income eligibility requirements for this program; it closes 180 days from the date of the governor's proclamation. For information on the Disaster Case Management Program, contact your local community action association or visit www.iowacommunityaction.org .
The suspension of regulatory provisions pertaining to weight limits and hours of service for disaster repair crews and drivers delivering goods and services and the movement of loads related to responding to the severe storm system throughout the state of Iowa remains in effect.
Iowa residents of counties impacted by the recent severe weather are asked to report damage to help local and state officials better understand the damage sustained. Damage to property, roads, utilities and other storm-related information may be reported. This information will be collected by the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management and shared with local emergency management agencies.
- Governor Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for six countiesAugust 11, 2020 · disaster
AI summary Governor Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Boone, Clinton, Dallas, Johnson, Marshall, and Story counties following a severe weather system on August 10, 2020. This proclamation allows state resources to be used for response and recovery, activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and the Disaster Case Management Program for Dallas, Johnson, Marshall, and Story counties, and temporarily suspends regulatory provisions pertaining to weight limits and hours of service for disaster repair crews and drivers.
Read the press release
Governor Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for six counties
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Press Release
Gov. Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation in response to a severe weather system that moved across Iowa and caused widespread damage August 10.
The proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather in Boone, Clinton, Dallas, Johnson, Marshall, and Story counties. The proclamation also activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program for qualifying residents, along with the Disaster Case Management Program, for Dallas, Johnson, Marshall, and Story counties.
The Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program provides grants of up to $5,000 for households with incomes up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level or a maximum annual income of $43,440 for a family of three. Grants are available for home or car repairs, replacement of clothing or food, and temporary housing expenses. Original receipts are required for those seeking reimbursement for actual expenses related to storm recovery. The grant application and instructions are available on the Iowa Department of Human Services website. Potential applicants have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to submit a claim.
Disaster Case Management is a program to address serious needs to overcome a disaster-related hardship, injury or adverse condition. Disaster case managers work with clients to create a disaster recovery plan and provide guidance, advice and referral to obtain a service or resource. There are no income eligibility requirements for this program; it closes 180 days from the date of the governor's proclamation. For information on the Disaster Case Management Program, contact your local community action association or visit www.iowacommunityaction.org .
In addition, the proclamation temporarily suspends regulatory provisions pertaining to weight limits and hours of service for disaster repair crews and drivers delivering goods and services and the movement of loads related to responding to the severe storm system throughout the state of Iowa.
Proclamations may be issued for additional counties.
Iowa residents of counties impacted by the recent severe weather are asked to report damage to help local and state officials better understand the damage sustained. Damage to property, roads, utilities and other storm-related information may be reported. This information will be collected by the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management and shared with local emergency management agencies.
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing State Public Health Emergency DeclarationJuly 24, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new public health proclamation advancing Iowa’s Return to Learn strategyJuly 17, 2020
- Governor Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for two countiesJune 29, 2020 · disaster
AI summary Governor Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Fayette and Van Buren counties in response to a severe storm system that began on June 20. This proclamation allows state resources to be used for response and recovery and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and the Disaster Case Management Program. Potential applicants for the grant program have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to submit a claim, and the Disaster Case Management Program closes 180 days from the date of the proclamation.
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Governor Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for two counties
Monday, June 29, 2020
Press Release
Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation today for Fayette and Van Buren counties in response to a severe storm system June 20 and continuing.
The governor's proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program for qualifying residents, along with the Disaster Case Management Program, for Fayette and Van Buren counties.
The Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program provides grants of up to $5,000 for households with incomes up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level or a maximum annual income of $43,440 for a family of three. Grants are available for home or car repairs, replacement of clothing or food, and temporary housing expenses. Original receipts are required for those seeking reimbursement for actual expenses related to storm recovery. The grant application and instructions are available on the Iowa Department of Human Services website. Potential applicants have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to submit a claim.
Disaster Case Management is a program to address serious needs to overcome a disaster-related hardship, injury or adverse condition. Disaster case managers work with clients to create a disaster recovery plan and provide guidance, advice and referral to obtain a service or resource. There are no income eligibility requirements for this program; it closes 180 days from the date of the governor's proclamation. For information on the Disaster Case Management Program, contact your local community action association or visit www.iowacommunityaction.org .
Iowa residents of counties impacted by the recent severe weather are asked to report damage to help local and state officials better understand the damage sustained. Damage to property, roads, utilities and other storm-related information may be reported. This information will be collected by the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management and shared with local emergency management agencies.
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing the State Public Health Emergency DeclarationJune 25, 2020
- Governor Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for Black Hawk CountyJune 25, 2020 · disaster · Black Hawk County
AI summary Governor Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Black Hawk County in response to a severe storm that occurred on June 20 and continued. This proclamation allows state resources to be used for response and recovery and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and the Disaster Case Management Program. Potential applicants have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to submit a claim for the grant, and the Disaster Case Management Program closes 180 days from the date of the proclamation.
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Governor Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for Black Hawk County
Thursday, June 25, 2020
Press Release
Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation today for Black Hawk County in response to a severe storm June 20 and continuing.
The governor's proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program for qualifying residents, along with the Disaster Case Management Program, for Black Hawk County.
The Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program provides grants of up to $5,000 for households with incomes up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level or a maximum annual income of $43,440 for a family of three. Grants are available for home or car repairs, replacement of clothing or food, and temporary housing expenses. Original receipts are required for those seeking reimbursement for actual expenses related to storm recovery. The grant application and instructions are available on the Iowa Department of Human Services website. Potential applicants have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to submit a claim.
Disaster Case Management is a program to address serious needs to overcome a disaster-related hardship, injury or adverse condition. Disaster case managers work with clients to create a disaster recovery plan and provide guidance, advice and referral to obtain a service or resource. There are no income eligibility requirements for this program; it closes 180 days from the date of the governor's proclamation. For information on the Disaster Case Management Program, contact your local community action association or visit www.iowacommunityaction.org .
Iowa residents of counties impacted by the recent severe weather are asked to report damage to help local and state officials better understand the damage sustained. Damage to property, roads, utilities and other storm-related information may be reported. This information will be collected by the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management and shared with local emergency management agencies.
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing the State Public Health Emergency DeclarationJune 10, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing the State Public Health Emergency DeclarationMay 26, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing the State Public Health Emergency DeclarationMay 20, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing the State Public Health Emergency DeclarationMay 13, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing the State Public Health Emergency DeclarationMay 6, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing the State Public Health Emergency DeclarationApril 27, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing the State Public Health Emergency DeclarationApril 24, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing State Public Health Emergency Declaration, requiring additional protective measures in RMCC Region 6April 16, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing State Public Health Emergency Declaration to provide regulatory reliefApril 10, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing State Public Health Emergency Declaration, ordering additional closuresApril 6, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing State Public Health Emergency DeclarationApril 2, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing State Public Health Emergency DeclarationMarch 31, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing State Public Health Emergency DeclarationMarch 26, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing State Public Health Emergency DeclarationMarch 22, 2020
- Additional COVID-19 Case in Iowa, Reynolds signs proclamation to waive transportation weight requirementsMarch 13, 2020
- Gov. Reynolds signs Disaster Proclamation following additional COVID-19 Cases in IowaMarch 9, 2020 · disaster
AI summary Governor Reynolds signed a disaster proclamation on March 9, 2020, in response to additional COVID-19 cases in Johnson and Pottawattamie counties. This proclamation authorizes state agencies to utilize resources including personnel, equipment and facilities to perform activities necessary to prevent, contain and mitigate the effects of the COVID-19 virus.
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Gov. Reynolds signs Disaster Proclamation following additional COVID-19 Cases in Iowa
Monday, March 9, 2020
Press Release
DES MOINES - Gov. Reynolds today signed a Proclamation of Disaster Emergency, activating the disaster response and recovery aspects of the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management’s Iowa Emergency Response Plan. The proclamation authorizes state agencies to utilize resources including personnel, equipment and facilities to perform activities necessary to prevent, contain and mitigate the effects of the COVID-19 virus. To view the full content of the proclamation, click here .
Testing at Iowa’s State Hygienic Laboratory has indicated five additional presumptive positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Iowa residents, bringing the total to 8 presumptive positive cases, all related to travel. All are recovering at home in isolation.
According to the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH), individuals in four of the new cases reside in Johnson County, were all older adults (61 to 80 years) and were on the same Egyptian cruise as the previous three presumptive positive cases. The remaining individual lives in Pottawattamie County, is a middle-aged adult (41 to 60 years) and recently traveled to California. Testing for the Pottawattamie case was performed in Nebraska.
Governor Reynolds will be holding her weekly press conference on Tuesday, March 10th at 10:30 a.m. to provide an update to the state of Iowa. The press conference is open to credentialed members of the media and will be livestreamed on: https://www.facebook.com/IAGovernor/
A status report of monitoring and testing of COVID-19 in Iowa provided by IDPH can be found here . In addition, a public hotline has been established for Iowans with questions about COVID-19. The line is available 24/7 by calling 2-1-1.
COVID-19 was first linked to an outbreak in Wuhan, China, in Dec. 2019, but cases have subsequently been identified in several countries including the U.S. The first presumptive positive cases in Iowa were identified on March 8.
Iowans can help prevent the spread of illness by following simple daily precautions including washing hands frequently, covering coughs and sneezes, and staying home when ill. It is currently flu and respiratory disease season, and IDPH recommends getting the flu vaccine. Influenza activity is widespread in Iowa and as long as flu viruses are circulating, it’s not too late to receive the vaccine.