JeffCo Experiences Largest Surge of Daily/Weekly COVID Cases; Caution Urged

"Jefferson County Health Department has experienced the largest surge of daily/weekly cases we have seen since the pandemic began," said Pam Hanna, RN, Jefferson County Public Health Supervisor, in an email to the Ledger Monday, January 24. "We are unable to contact every individual in a timely manner."

Hanna, concerned about the mass spread of the virus, supplied the following information from the Montana Department of Health and Human Services, which states recommended isolation and seeking medical attention for individuals who test positive.

Stay home: You will be asked to isolate your...