From the Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services:
After
further discussion between district and Public Health officials,
South Bay Union School District will close its three schools, all
currently impacted by a norovirus outbreak. The closure will run from
Dec. 18 through 22, with the winter break beginning immediately after
that.
This
decision was bolstered Friday afternoon by an additional pair of
positive tests for norovirus related to the outbreak.
Humboldt
County Health Officer Dr. Donald Baird declared a local outbreak
within the district, which encompasses Pine Hill, South Bay and South
Bay Charter schools. More than 130 students have been sickened by the
highly contagious virus, which includes symptoms of nausea, vomiting,
stomach pain and diarrhea.
South
Bay Union School District Superintendent Gary Storts announced the
closure to staff and parents this afternoon, stating, “This
precautionary measure will prevent additional student and staff
exposure to norovirus. The health and safety of our students and
staff is our top priority. Campus closures will ensure the time
needed to deep clean both campuses before students return to school
on January 8, 2018, and resume our efforts to read, lead, and
succeed.”
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