The City of Tulsa is responding to a pandemic of respiratory disease spreading from person-to-person caused by a novel (new) coronavirus. The disease, COVID-19, poses a serious public health risk. City government is working closely with federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial partners, as well as public health partners, to respond to this situation. COVID-19 symptoms can include fever, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, and/or a new loss of taste or smell. Most severe illness occurs in older adults and those with serious underlying medical conditions, including heart disease, diabetes and lung disease.
A Safer at Home Order remains in place for Tulsans over 65 years of age and those with underlying medical conditions. For the latest local updates on COVID-19, follow this page or visit the City of Tulsa Press Room.
Recent Updates
Updated May 21, 2020 12:30 p.m.
May 21, 2020
Under the Civil Emergency in Tulsa, groups of 50 or less are allowed to gather and the City has begun issuing special events permits for events with less than 50 people. The City will reassess special events on May 31. Most businesses are now open under the phased approach by the State of Oklahoma with safety precautions in place. For additional guidance and information, visit: www.okcommerce.gov/ours-plan
To date, the Tulsa Health Department (THD) has confirmed 852 positive COVID-19 cases in Tulsa County. 692 residents have recovered and 40 have died. Test results are updated daily at www.tulsa-health.org/COVID19.
May 14, 2020
As cases trend down, starting tomorrow, Tulsa will enter Phase 2 of the State’s Reopening Plan. Under the new Civil Emergency in Tulsa, groups of 50 or less (previously 10 through tonight) will be allowed to gather, the City will begin issuing special events permits for events with less than 50 people and bars will be allowed to open tomorrow, provided they resume operations with reduced capacity based on a 36 square feet per person.
To date, the Tulsa Health Department (THD) has confirmed 743 positive COVID-19 cases in Tulsa County. 603 residents have recovered and 37 have died. Test results are updated daily at www.tulsa-health.org/COVID19.
May 6, 2020
The Mayor’s Civil Emergency Order remains in place through May 15 to help slow the spread of COVID-19. The full executive order and a comprehensive FAQ list can be found here. The Mayor and Tulsa Regional Chamber have launched a Recovery Impact Survey requesting information from business owners.
To date, the Tulsa Health Department (THD) has confirmed 653 positive COVID-19 cases in Tulsa County. 473 residents have recovered and 36 have died. Test results are updated daily at www.tulsa-health.org/COVID19.
Tulsa's Recovery
Updated April 30, 2020 11:59 p.m.
About the State of Oklahoma's OURS Plan
Oklahoma began implementing a three-phased approach to open Oklahoma’s economy back up on April 24, 2020. For information, questions and reopening guidance, please visit the Oklahoma Department of Commerce's OURS plan page.
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Tips for Protecting Yourself & Others
While there is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus, proactive steps around hygiene and physical distancing can prevent the spread of the disease. For more information, see the Centers for Disease Control, Oklahoma State Department of Health, and the Tulsa Health Department.
NOTE: Presenting to a hospital when a flu-like illness is mild will cause an over demand on available resources and may expose other patients to COVID-19 who do not yet have the virus. You are safer at home unless your respiratory symptoms worsen and your breathing is impaired.
Stay home while you are sick and avoid close contact with others. Contact your medical provider for next steps and guidance.
Cover your mouth/nose with a tissue or sleeve when coughing or sneezing.
Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
Avoid social gatherings in groups of more than 10 people. Maintain at least six feet distance between yourself and others around you.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces with bleach-based or alcohol-based cleaning products.
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