During a briefing on the novel coronavirus, Governor Andrew Cuomo today declared a state of emergency to help New York more quickly and effectively contain the spread of the virus.
The Governor also confirmed 32 additional cases, bringing the statewide total to 76.
Additionally, the Governor directed the New York State Department of State's Consumer Protection Division to launch an investigation into reports of unfair price increases of consumer products such as household cleaning supplies and hand sanitizer amid the novel coronavirus outbreak, and launched a toll-free hotline - 1-800-697-1220 - for New Yorkers to report suspected price gouging.
This state of emergency declaration allows, among other things: expedited procurement of cleaning supplies, hand sanitizer and other essential resources; allowing qualified professionals other than doctors and nurses to conduct testing; expedited procurement of testing supplies and equipment; expedited personnel onboarding; expedited leasing of lab space; allowing EMS personnel to transport patients to quarantine locations other than just hospitals; and providing clear basis for price gouging and enforcement investigation.
The 32 new cases identified today are located in New York City and Westchester and Saratoga counties. Of the 76 total individuals in New York State who tested positive for the virus, the geographic breakdown is as follows: Westchester: 57, New York City: 11, Nassau: 4, Rockland: 2, and Saratoga: 2.
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
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