Suffolk County officials say older residents should avoid crowds to limit exposure to the novel coronavirus.
County Executive Steve Bellone said the virus is especially dangerous for people with compromised immune systems and the elderly.
“Whenever possible older residents should avoid large gatherings and be prepared with supplies at home,” Bellone said.
An employee at a Greenport retirement community tested positive for coronavirus this week.
County health officials say retirement and nursing homes should now limit visitation out of an abundance of caution.
Suffolk County will begin to test more people for coronavirus and they expect the number of confirmed cases to increase.