Boston suburb...our governor declared a state of emergency a few days ago, and since then things have started to escalate (although local public health officials have been ringing the bell for a while).
Obviously the # of cases is going up around here, although still very difficult to get tested. Just about all of my children's activities/tournaments/events have been canceled. I just received a call/email regarding a technology survey for remote learning. The District said that they're waiting on the state for guidance, but I suspect schools will be closed soon. Now needing to more manage my kids' increased anxiety, now that all of their "normal" routines are changing. I'm just being clear, straightforward but re-assuring, emphasizing good hygiene practices, social distancing, etc. Not panic but information and preparation...
I just heard there is a family in my small town that is symptomatic, the parent attended Biogen conference and they recently returned from a hot spot in I believe Italy, no self-quarantine so kids attending school while possibly symptomatic. There's also a student at my sister's school (teacher) waiting on test results.
So, I did some re-stocking this week of supplies, OTC meds, cleaning products and the like. Definitely picked over but still some availability. My son has asthma (underlying condition) so my main concern is that my pediatrician's office does not appear to have the ability to get a child tested at their discretion - still a lot of red tape. I'm going to call the office now to see if I can get additional supply of his prescription meds. There is the concern that it may stress the health care systems so trying to be pro-active in terms of managing any mild-symptoms at home and such.
My daughter just asked me if we're still going to WDW in April...I'm guessing no but keeping hope alive, I suppose...