The Great State of Texas joins 20 other states declaring an emergency to prevent a Corona-virus outbreak, and many companies have too tried to help efforts by canceling events. The State of Texas has already taken numerous steps to prepare for COVID 19, such as increasing laboratory testing capacity, coordinating preparedness efforts across state agencies, and working with local partners to promote appropriate mitigation efforts. Texas under Governor Greg Abbot is taking additional steps to prepare for, respond to, and mitigate the spread of COVID-19 to protect the health and welfare of Texans. Declaring a state of disaster before a spread will facilitate and expedite the use and deployment of resources to enhance preparedness and response.
"The theme right now is to stay clean clean clean and please be aware that limiting of activity will simply reduce the chances of infection."
Clean Hands
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
Cleaning the Home
Most common EPA-registered household disinfectants will work. Use disinfectants appropriate for the surface.
- Diluting your household bleach
To make a bleach solution, mix:- 5 tablespoons (1/3rd cup) bleach per gallon of water
OR - 4 teaspoons bleach per quart of water
Follow manufacturer’s instructions for application and proper ventilation. Check to ensure the product is not past its expiration date. Never mix household bleach with ammonia or any other cleanser. Unexpired household bleach will be effective against coronaviruses when properly diluted. - 5 tablespoons (1/3rd cup) bleach per gallon of water
- Alcohol solutions Ensure solution has at least 70% alcohol.