The Montclair Health Department (which provides services to Verona under a shared services agreement) informed the Verona Office of Emergency Management that a Verona resident has tested positive for the 2019 Novel Coronavirus.

“Our thoughts are with this resident and family,” said Matthew Cavallo, township manager and
deputy emergency management coordinator.

The resident is a 62-year-old male and is currently admitted at Hackensack Meridian Mountainside
Medical Center for treatment.

Cavallo said the Health Department is currently working to conduct a thorough investigation to identify other individuals with whom the patient may have come in contact. Officials will then contact them in order to provide the necessary supports and guidance.

“Verona is a strong community, but this confirmed case is a reminder to all that we are not immune
to current public health concerns,” Cavallo said. “However, all residents can make deliberate efforts to flatten the curve of virus transmission by practicing social distancing, changing higher-risk plans like dining out, using public transportation, traveling, and attending large gatherings. It is similarly important that those with questions seek appropriate guidance and medical care at the direction of primary care physicians.

“Please continue to support one another during a challenging time for our local, state, and national
communities. Be certain to follow recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control, the New Jersey Department of Health, and Township of Verona. I ask everyone to please be patient as we continue to work to provide accurate information to the public. Stay well and we will all get through this pandemic together.”

COVID-19 Cases by County (statewide count currently at 427 and 5 fatalities as of Wednesday afternoon)
Data is provisional and subsequent to revision.

17 positives are pending further information.

Atlantic County:

3 Positive Test Result(s)

Bergen County:

114 Positive Test Result(s)

Burlington County:

10 Positive Test Result(s)

Camden County:

8 Positive Test Result(s)

Essex County:

45 Positive Test Result(s)

Gloucester County:

2 Positive Test Result(s)

Hudson County:

34 Positive Test Result(s)

Hunterdon County:

6 Positive Test Result(s)

Mercer County:

15 Positive Test Result(s)

Monmouth County:

32 Positive Test Result(s)

Ocean County:

8 Positive Test Result(s)

Passaic County:

18 Positive Test Result(s)

Somerset County:

16 Positive Test Result(s)

Union County:

26 Positive Test Result(s)

Morris County:

19 Positive Test Result(s)

Middlesex County:

40 Positive Test Result(s)

Warren County:

1 Positive Test Result(s)