Bellingham Council told hospital at 70% to 75% of capacity, Whatcom short of equipment
Whatcom County health-care workers and firefighters have about a week’s supply of masks, gowns, gloves and safety glasses or face shields to protect them and their patients against the new coronavirus, according to a briefing at the Bellingham City Council meeting on Monday night.
But that could change if there’s a surge in new cases, officials from emergency services and public health agencies said.
And, coronavirus testing kits remain in short supply.
“Our goal right now is to make sure that all health-care providers and all EMS and fire agencies have a seven-day supply of (personal protective equipment) on hand,” said Bellingham Fire Chief Bill Hewett.
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