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The following message to the community was issued this afternoon (Wednesday, November 18 at 4pm):

Dear Haddonfield residents, business owners, students, and visitors,

We are deeply concerned about the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and its impact on our entire Borough. We have all experienced hardship in the past nine months and made sacrifices. In addition to the loss of five (5) of our own residents, many have lost loved ones to the virus or witnessed the deterioration of a family member’s health, while others have lost their businesses or sources of income. Months of isolation have become another source of stress and mental health challenges. For those who live with pre-existing conditions that make them especially vulnerable to the virus, the fear of impending illness can also be debilitating. These realities cannot be overstated. 

Unfortunately, the number of cases in the Borough is rising exponentially, and the burden of protecting our Haddonfield residents and neighbors rests with all of us. It is time to come together as a community to help one another stay safe. If we wish to keep our schools and businesses open, we must follow the Governor’s Executive Orders and CDC guidance to remain socially distant, wear masks, practice good hygiene, and stay home when we are sick. Indoor gatherings are not safe right now, nor are large outdoor gatherings. We must be vigilant and proactive in preventing community spread. 

As the holidays approach, we will all continue to be challenged by the realities of COVID-19. Now is the time to work together as a community and lead by example. We must remain apart now, so that we can come together again. There is a vaccine on the horizon, but it is not here yet.  As we await solutions such as the vaccine, it is up to us to protect our friends, families, and neighbors so that we can all pull through this challenging time. 

Sincerely,

The Haddonfield Board of Commissioners

The Haddonfield Board of Education

In response to a surging second wave of COVID-19 cases, Gov. Phil Murphy has placed new limits on the numbers of people who may gather, both indoors and outdoors.

With some exceptions, the maximum number for indoor gatherings is 10, or 25% of a room’s capacity, whichever number is lower. For outdoor gatherings, the maximum number has been cut from 500 to 150.

Details are HERE.

The Camden County Department of Health reported today that six Haddonfield residents have tested positive for the novel coronavirus, COVID-19: four males in their 10s, a male in his 20s, and a male in his 30s.

This brings the total number of cases for Haddonfield to 181, with five fatalities.

Also today, the Haddonfield School District reported four new cases: A male in his 10s at the Middle School and three males in their 10s at the High School. (Note: Cases reported by the District typically fall within those reported by the County, though not necessarily on the same date.)

In Camden County, the total number of cases stands at 15,884, with 588 deaths. For New Jersey, 285,519 cases with 14,817 confirmed deaths and an additional 1,801 probable deaths. The number of new deaths reported today — 38 — is the highest daily number for the past four months.

Rates per 1,000 of population are: Haddonfield 15.61; Camden County 30.92; New Jersey 32.48.

The transmission rate in New Jersey — a key metric — now stands at 1.42 (up 0.02 from yesterday). This is the highest it has been for some months, and reflects the situation across the country. (A transmission rate of 1.0 means that, on average, each new case will produce one additional new case. When the transmission rate falls below 1.0, it’s a good sign. When it rises above 1.0, it’s cause for concern.)

The Camden County Department of Health reported today that 12 Haddonfield residents have tested positive for the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, during the past three days (Saturday, Sunday, and today).

Also today, the Haddonfield School District reported four new cases. (Note: Cases reported by the District typically reflect those reported by the County, though not necessarily on the same date.)

Today, the County reported positive tests for a male and a female in their 10s (on Saturday); a male juvenile, a male in his 10s, four females in their 10s, and a male in his 50s (on Sunday); and a male in his 30s, a female in her 40s, and a female in her 50s (today).

This brings the total number of cases for Haddonfield to 175. Within that total, more or less (see note), are 29 cases reported by the School District.

(Note re “more or less” — In at least one case reported by the School District, the person who tested positive was not a resident of Camden County, so would not have been included in the county’s report. Also, county reports for those in their 10s may include teenagers who are no longer in the school system.

In Camden County, the total number of cases stands at 15,784, with 588 deaths. For New Jersey, 281,493 cases with 14,779 confirmed deaths and an additional 1,801 probable deaths.

Rates per 1,000 of population are: Haddonfield 15.09; Camden County 30.73; New Jersey 32.02.

The transmission rate in New Jersey — a key metric — now stands at 1.40. This is the highest it has been for some months, and reflects the situation across the country. (A transmission rate of 1.0 means that, on average, each new case will produce one additional new case. When the transmission rate falls below 1.0, it’s a good sign. When it rises above 1.0, it’s cause for concern.)

The Camden County Department of Health reported today that seven Haddonfield residents have tested positive for the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. This is the largest single-day number since the first Haddonfield case was reported on March 20.

Of the 19 cases reported for Haddonfield so far in November, 18 were reported this week (Sunday 8 thru Friday 13). November’s numbers are on pace to eclipse easily those for September and October (28 each).

Today, the County added four males in their 10s (2), 30s, and 40s; and three females in their 10s, 20s, and 40s. Yesterday, the County added two males (10s, 50s) and two females (10s, 40s). The next report will be issued on Monday.

The Haddonfield School District today advised parents, guardians, and staff that it received notification from the Camden County Department of Health of four new cases: a female in her 40s at the Middle School and three females in their 10s at the High School.

In Camden County, the total number of cases stands at 15,004, with 588 deaths. For New Jersey, 270,383 cases with 14,721 confirmed deaths and an additional 1,801 probable deaths.

Rates per 1,000 of population are: Haddonfield 14.06; Camden County 29.21; New Jersey 30.75.

The transmission rate in New Jersey — a key metric — now stands at 1.32. (A transmission rate of 1.0 means that, on average, each new case will produce one additional new case. When the transmission rate falls below 1.0, it’s a good sign. When it rises above 1.0, it’s cause for concern.)

Statistics for Haddonfield, Camden County, and New Jersey are updated on Haddonfield[dot]Today most weekdays.

In commenting on today’s report, Freeholder Director Louis Cappelli, Jr. said, “We have to respond to this crisis immediately. In the last four days, we have had more new cases than we had throughout the entire month of September. The one thing we need more than any other public health measure right now is universal mask wearing. This minor inconvenience can literally be the difference between life and death for countless Americans. I know it is hard to accept that we are seemingly sliding backwards and not progressing out of this crisis, but we can make this period less painful by taking every precaution to protect others. Wear a mask, social distance, do not attend indoor gatherings, and work with contact tracers when they call.”