Yates County, NY (WENY) -- COVID-19 has made its way to yet another county in Central New York.

In a press release, on Sunday, the Yates County Public Health Department confirmed that they had received notification that a resident had tested positive for COVID-19. They're saying that the person is in their 30's and is in mandatory isolation in their home. They are also being monitored by the Health Department.

“We have been preparing for cases of COVID-19 in Yates County,” said Public Health Director Deborah Minor. “Residents should continue social distancing and stay home as much as possible. We need residents to limit contact with others to slow the spread, especially to our seniors and individuals with underlying medical conditions.”

“Yates County will be following the guidance set forth by New York State and will not be releasing town of residence for positive cases in Yates County at this time”, said Winona Flynn, Yates County Administrator. “We have a duty to protect the privacy of our residents. It is important to remember that the preventative measures we need everyone to take remain the same.”

The health department is asking residents to take action to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

Tips include:

  • Staying home and practicing social distancing, and only leaving home if it's necessary.

  • If you're sick stay home.

  • If you're having symptoms like a cough, high fever or shortness of breath and to sick to stay home, call your healthcare provider.

  • Wash your hands often with warm water for at least 20 seconds and use hand sanitizer when soap isn't available.

Anyone who came into close contact with this person will be contacted by the Health Department.

For any questions about COVID-19, your urged to call the state hotline at 1-88-364-3065 or public health at 315-536-5160.