(Two test positive)…It was announced Monday morning.

The County of Imperial was recently notified that two County employees have tested positive for COVID 19. Both employees are home recovering and are in isolation as per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Imperial County Public Health Department. Neither employee has been on the worksite for at least 3 weeks. In accordance with federal health privacy law, the County of Imperial is prohibited from releasing more information about the two employees. Officials say while they understand the public may have questions, it is necessary that the privacy of employees be respected. Chairman of the County Board of Supervisors, District 2 Supervisor Luis Plancarte said their well wishes and prayers are extended to the employees and their families. He said the County will continue to implement best practices to protect everyone and slow the potential spread of COVID 19.