Muskingum County moves to a Level 3

By Staff Report

According to a map published by the Ohio Department of Health, Muskingum County has risen to a “Level 3 Public Emergency.”

That classification means that the county is experiencing significant community spread and exposure.

The last update by the Zanesville-Muskingum County Health Department on Wednesday, August 12 showed that 3 additional Muskingum County residents have tested positive for COVID-19.

There are currently a total of 261 confirmed cases, with 31 of those considered active.

Locally, the Muskingum County Joint Unified Command is advising the public to take extra steps to ensure safety within the community.