Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Boulder County Public Health continues to closely monitor the developments of the COVID-19 outbreak and is in close and regular contact with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

This is a rapidly changing situation, and it’s hard to predict exactly how COVID-19 may affect our communities. With a situation that is constantly changing, the questions and responses will also change. The Town of Lyons is in contact with Boulder County Public Health and CDPHE has information, guidance, and up-to-date case counts for Colorado.


For ACCURATE information on the coronavirus (COVID-19), we recommend the World Health Organization (WHO) Q&A webpage. Cases in the U.S. will likely increase as more labs have access to the test kits. Visit the CDPHE website for status updates on the outbreak in Colorado.

Key facts to know from the World Health Organization:

-wash hands often with soap and water for 20+seconds
-use a 62-95% alcohol-based hand sanitizer if without soap
-disinfect surfaces you touch often
-no need for a face mask if you are not sick
-avoid traveling if you have a fever or cough
-cough and sneeze into your elbow
-if you feel unwell, stay home and call your doctor
-those over age 60, or with under-lying conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, or lung disease are at higher risk for serious infection
-initial symptoms of COVID-19 are fever and dry cough, but not everyone has signs of infection