PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia Department of Public Health today announced 349 additional confirmed cases of COVID-19 novel coronavirus in Philadelphia. That brings the number of confirmed cases to 50,885.

The Department of Public Health confirmed no additional fatalities in Philadelphia. The number of residents who have succumbed to the virus in Philadelphia remains at 1,904. Of the 1,904 total deaths, 918 (48%) were long-term care facility residents.

Contact Tracing Update (Week Ending 11/7): Of 3,467 cases reported and not managed by partner organizations: 17 percent were reached and agreed to participate; 19 percent did not have a phone; 5 percent were unable to be reached; 1 percent refused; and 59 percent of cases were not attempted due to caseload. Of the contacts named, 61 percent were reached and agreed to quarantine.

Approved Weekend Street Closures for Outdoor Dining (November 12-15): In June, the City launched four new options for restaurants to operate outdoor dining in order to earn much needed revenue. These new options aim to support businesses during the city’s green phase of reopening from the COVID-19 pandemic. To see this weekend’s approved street closures, view this blog. Vehicular traffic should avoid these streets.

Student Meal Site Reminder: The number of free student meal sites has increased to 88 as the School District of Philadelphia and many charter schools continue to distribute free, healthy food to students throughout the city.

Students or caregivers can pick up meals for the week at 63 District-run schools and 25 charter schools serving as student meal sites. These sites will provide meals to any student. Meal pick-up times vary by site. However, many sites are open on Fridays between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. to accommodate the District’s academic schedule.

Families are encouraged to confirm locations and schedules by calling 311 or visiting phila.gov/food. Student ID numbers are not required.

Testing Site Map: A testing site finder at phila.gov/testing helps people find a free COVID-19 test in Philadelphia. Anyone can search for a site by address, click on a map location for specific site information, and filter by day of week and by drive-thru or walk-up.

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