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UPDATE: Michael Farms COVID-19 test results released

URBANA — UPDATE @ (8/21) 4:24 a.m.:

All employees have been tested and the total positive was 50 cases.

INITIAL REPORT

The Champaign Health District reported a coronavirus outbreak at Michael Farms in Urbana.

Thirty-three people have tested positive at this time.

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“In the four months since our first reported case of COVID-19 in Champaign County, we were at 56 cases,” said Gabe Jones, MPH, Health Commissioner.

“In the last three weeks alone, we have had 82 cases - a 146% increase. Now more than ever, we urge all Champaign County residents to please take all precautions you can to protect yourselves and others,” he said.

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Public Health said the spread from the outbreak appears to be limited to workers who also reside on the premises and customers who visited the facility are at a low risk.

It is recommended that any produce purchased at the farm be washed before consumption.


Franchesca Hackworth, WHIO

My journey at WHIO-TV began when I took a summer internship on the Breaking News Desk in May 2019. At a young age I quickly realized I had a passion for writing and the power words can have on our lives. Seeking opportunities to give those who feel voiceless a place to be heard is what drives me each day and reminds me why I began writing.

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