Here are the latest developments on COVID-19 across the state, and in Manchester. Also, updates on phase 3 of reopening, beginning today.
Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts(Latest Data as of 4:00PM on Thursday, October 8, 2020)
For several additional graphs and tables containing more data, including a list of cases in every municipality, clickhere.
Manchester Specific Updates
Total Cases (confirmed & probable): 948
Total Deaths (confirmed & probable): 106
Connecticut moved into Phase 3 of its reopening plan today. The phase includes easing several restrictions put into place on businesses and gatherings, while continuing state efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
Business changes in Phase 3 include:
Increase from 50% to 75% capacity indoors - dependent upon COVID-19 safety requirements - for restaurants, personal services, hair salons, barber shops, and libraries;
Outdoor event venues will increase from 25% to 50% capacity with masks and social distancing requirements;
Indoor performing venues will be able to open at 50% capacity with masks and social distancing requirements; and
Bars and nightclubs will continue to remain closed.
Phase 3 also includes the below changes to the sizes of social gatherings:
More information about Connecticut's reopening plan, as well as guidance for residents, businesses, schools, and government, is available on the state's COVID-19 website.
Individuals can also visit the CT Reopening Center, to learn more about how the state is developing reopening guidelines.
