By PPHD
Chadron Area Aquatic and Wellness Center has made the careful decision to reduce their hours beginning August 5 and fully reopen again next week due to a confirmed COVID-19 positive employee and others that are self-quarantining.
All close contacts have been identified and there are no concerns for community exposure for anyone that was recently at the center.
Beginning (8/5), reduced hours will be offered from 6-9am and physical therapy will be offered on Tuesday and Thursday as normally scheduled. The center will then fully reopen on Tuesday, August 11.
“City of Chadron is working closely with health officials to follow their important protocols and is committed to mitigating any risk and keeping everyone safe and healthy. As noted by Panhandle Public Health, there are no concerns for community exposure for anyone that was recently at the Aquatics Center.” said Greg Yanker, City Manager.
If anyone is experiencing any of the following: cough, fever, shortness of breath, sore throat, runny nose, body chills, headache, loss of taste or smell, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, immediately call your local doctor, clinic, or our 24/7 line at 308-262-5764. We all have a part in the important prevention of COVID-19.
You can sign up for free testing at Testnebraska.com or 402-207-9377 offered in Chadron:
o Chadron Community Hospital: Mondays & Fridays, 7-9am
· Collections are at 821 Morehead Street (Old Hospital ER Entrance next to Wilson Park)
Panhandle Public Health District, Region 21, 22, and 23 Emergency Management, and Scotts Bluff County Health Department are working as a unified command on this evolving situation. Essential updates will be regularly communicated to the public and community partners.
For the most up to date information from the CDC, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html.