This is Not Ordinary

Wildly underestimated the damage

Some of us were convinced Trump would ruin American values and end the country’s run as the world’s go to super power.

We wildly underestimated the damage.

— Dave Pell (@davepell) March 19, 2020

No way to win

I've been thinking about this a lot too. There's no way to "win", because either we did enough and shitheads will say it was overblown and not learn anything, or we didn't do enough and a lot of people are dead.

— Jaron (@Comradephate) March 19, 2020

This is fine…

Phone Call to SF Residents

This is the phone call that all SF based phone numbers got to inform them of the lock down.

How To File and What Qualifies for Unemployment in California During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Californians who may be missing work because of the novel coronavirus can now apply for benefits through the state’s EDD. Specific policies instituted as a result of the coronavirus can be seen here (also available in Spanish). The department is providing workers and caregivers various options to collect payment.

Sick or quarantined Californians who are unable to work as a result of the virus can file a disability insurance claim online.

If you’re unable to work because you’re taking care of a sick or quarantined relative with COVID-19, you can file a paid family leave claim, according to EDD.

Those who have had reduced hours or have lost their job due to their employer shutting down operations, can file an unemployment insurance claim.

via KQED

Shelter in Place Do’s and Don’ts

To help slow the spread of coronavirus, eight Bay Area counties have issued shelter-in-place orders that require people to stay at home and leave only for essential activities. The orders began going into effect at 12:01 a.m. on Tuesday, March 17, and cover the counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Sonoma as well as the City of Berkeley. Napa County has announced orders that will go into effect on Friday. Santa Cruz and Lake counties are also requiring residents to shelter in their homes.

The orders are currently effective until April 7.

via KQED

Let’s help local artists, workers, and small businesses. Join in!

Here’s a list of links to help people out of work from the coronavirus shutdown. If you are in need, please add your info in the comments.

via 48Hills

How to support Bay Area beer joints

Beer By Bart has posted a great list of Bay Area beer joints that need our support, and how to support them.

Cheers to a Future Night Out: Buy Gift Cards and Merch to Support These Beer Bars, Bottle Shops and Beer-Forward Restaurants

This builds on their list of Bay Area breweries that also need support:

Beer for the Future: Support your Local Breweries with Gift Cards and Merch

Diary of a Covid-19 Infected Doctor

I am an ER physician and I have COVID-19.

I have spoken with occupational health and the department of public health. I likely did not put anybody else at risk of contracting Coronavirus and probably didn’t get it at work. I have notified all close contacts. My symptoms are mild (headaches, muscle soreness, slight cough, low grade temperature) and all of them improve with Tylenol, Motrin and some Gatorade. I have plenty of toilet paper at home (I also have food, water, medications). My dad is calling me every 6 hours to check in. My brother and sister-in-law live ten blocks away and they are checking in on me. I am doing OK. Stay vigilant with hand washing and social distancing.

Love yourselves, believe in humility, civility and humanity.

https://medium.com/@rosnydaniel_95420/i-am-an-er-physician-and-i-have-covid-19-6299532c18a9

Tom Hanks and wife Rita Wilson Test Positive for Coronavirus

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— Tom Hanks (@tomhanks) March 12, 2020