PIERRE, S.D. (KELO.com) – State Health officials announced Saturday, May 16, that an employee at Super 8 on 2520 Tower Road in Rapid City has tested positive for COVID-19.
The individual worked while able to transmit the virus to others during these dates and times:
- • Thursday, April 29th – 3 p.m. – 11 p.m.
- • Friday, April 30th – 3 p.m. – 11 p.m.
- • Saturday, May 2nd – 7 a.m.- 3 p.m.
- • Sunday, May 3rd – 7 a.m.- 3 p.m. and 11 p.m- midnight
- • Monday, May 4th – 12 a.m.- 7 a.m.
Officials also announced Saturday, May 16, that a Rapid Ride Transit driver has tested positive for COVID-19.
The individual worked while able to transmit the virus to others on these dates:
- Saturday, May 9th; 9 a.m. -5 p.m.
- Rapid Ride Jefferson Route
- Monday, May 11th; 1:20 p.m. -5:50 p.m.
- Rapid Ride Washington Route
State Health officials remind all South Dakotans to:
- · Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- · Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue.
- · Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- · Refrain from touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
- · Clean frequently touched surfaces and objects.
- · Individuals at higher risk for severe COVID-19 illness, such as older adults and people who have chronic medical conditions like heart, lung or kidney disease, should take actions to reduce your risk of exposure.
- · Create a family plan to prepare for COVID-19 and develop a stay at home kit with food, water, medication, and other necessary items.
If you develop symptoms:
- · Call your health care provider immediately.
- · Individuals who are concerned they have COVID-19 should contact their healthcare provider via phone before going to a clinic or hospital to prevent spread in healthcare facilities.
- · Avoid contact with other people.
- · Follow the directions of your provider and public health officials.
For more information and updates related to COVID-19 visit the COVID.SD.GOV or CDC.gov or call 1-800-997-2880.
(The South Dakota Departement of Health Contributed to this report.)
