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COVID-19 City Update: 6.22

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By the Numbers (Long Beach only):   

  • 3,042 total positive results 
  • 120 fatalities 
  • 70 people hospitalized 
  • Approximately 2,359 recovered (Please note that, for low-risk patients recovering at home, recovery data is self-reported) 
  • Data dashboard updated June 20

Details Regarding Fatalities:

  • 91 are associated with long-term care facilities
  • Ages:
    • 2 were in their 40s
    • 7 were in their 50s
    • 25 were in their 60s
    • 28 were in their 70s
    • 37 were in their 80s
    • 21 were over 90 
  • 51 female, 69 male 
  • All individuals had underlying health conditions
  • At this time, to avoid risk to patient privacy, no further details will be provided

Long-Term Care Facility Case Information: 

  • 780 positive cases have been confirmed at a total of 29 long-term care facilities (LTCF) in the city since the start of the pandemic (see attachment).
    • Twenty-nine is a cumulative number; the Health Department is currently monitoring long-term care facilities with active cases. These cases include both facility residents and staff members (who may not be residents). 
    • Long Beach has a total of 71 LTCFs, including assisted living and skilled nursing, that are currently open and operating in the city. 
  • In line with the California Department of Public Health’s standard for listing skilled nursing facilities with positive cases, the City is listing facilities currently experiencing outbreaks (more than two cases of COVID-19) including counts for health care workers and residents.

Tracking the Curve: 

  • Information regarding positive cases, hospitalizations and demographic breakdown is available online at longbeach.gov/COVID19 and on the City’s digital dashboard, providing the most up-to-date information available (see attachment).

Today’s Highlights:

  • Mayor Robert Garcia and City Health Officer Dr. Anissa Davis will update the public on the latest COVID-19 news during a livestream briefing at 3 p.m. today. It can be viewed on the City’s Facebook, Instagram and Twitter pages.
  • Last weekend, the City distributed 4,800 free face shields to Long Beach-based bars, restaurants and personal care establishments. 
  • As of June 19, bars, wineries and nail salons may open, provided they meet physical distancing and sanitization requirements to protect against the spread of COVID-19. Religious services and cultural ceremonies, such as funerals, can now be conducted outside, with modifications. A new “Safer at Home” Order has been issued.

Orders of the Health Officer:

Past News Releases:

  • To view COVID-19-related news releases, visit the City Press Release Archive. Releases include information about economic relief, help for people experiencing homelessness and updates regarding City operations.

Joint Information Center:

  • The Joint Information Center (JIC) remains open during normal business hours, weekdays: 562.570.NEWS (6397) or jic@longbeach.gov.

Important Public Safety Announcements:

  • The City urges people to remain calm. Follow @LongBeachCity on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, and visit longbeach.gov/COVID19 for guidance. Sign up for Alert Long Beach to receive emergency notifications.
  • Long Beach Police and Fire Departments remain fully committed to the ongoing City efforts to ensure the safety and health of its community members.

Who To Call & Additional Resources:

  • Up-To-Date Local Information on COVID-19: longbeach.gov/COVID19 and @LongBeachCity on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Highlights can be found using the hashtag #COVID19LongBeach. 
  • Media Inquiries (normal business hours, weekdays): 562.570.NEWS (6397) or jic@longbeach.gov 
  • Business Information Line (normal business hours, weekdays): 562.570.4BIZ (4249)
  • Public Information Line (normal business hours, weekdays): 562.570.INFO (4636)
  • Health Providers:
    • Normal business hours, weekdays: 562.570.4302
    • After hours, emergency only: 562.500.5537
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: cdc.gov/COVID19