Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on February 17, 2021. Last updated February 16, 2020.
COVID-19 Vaccine Information - As of February 17 on Long Island:
COVID-19 Viral Testing: On February 16:
- 12,965 COVID-19 tests were administered
- 2,749,696 total tests have been administered since March
- 590 new cases were reported
- 155,739 total cases have been reported since March
- 5.7% of those tested since March have been confirmed positive for COVID-19
- 4.6% tested positive in Suffolk County yesterday; 4.5% positive on a 7-day average
- 4.5% tested positive on Long Island yesterday; 4.5% positive on a 7-day average
- COVID-19 CASE TRACKER Map, Suffolk County
Antibody TestingSuffolk County
- 38,207 individuals not previously tested for COVID-19 have tested positive for antibodies
- 335,818 total were tested for antibodies
Fatalities, Suffolk County
- 11 fatalities
- 2,988 total fatalities
Hospitalization, Suffolk County, data from February 16, 2021
- 547 individuals were hospitalized, a decrease of 1 in 24 hours
- 52 were new admissions
- 106 patients were in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), a decrease of 5 in 24 hours
- 72 patients were in the ICU and intubated
- 40 were discharged since the last report
- 11,290 discharged since March 22
Hospital Capacity, Suffolk County
- 3,215 hospital beds, 812 available, 25%
- 441 ICU beds, 88 available, 20%
Daily Hospitalizations Summary – Long Island
NYSDOH COVID Winter Plan
COVID Micro-Clusters - New rules and restrictions directly target areas with the highest transmission of COVID-19 cases & surrounding communities
New York State Contact Tracing information
New York State Early Warning Monitoring System Dashboard – Long Island
New York State COVID-19 School Reporting
Complaints about Noncompliance with Covid-19 Guidelines
- Report Unsafe Business Practices here.
- To report an in-progress noncompliant event that requires immediate response by law enforcement, call 631-852-COPS.
New York Forward Reopening Guide
- Phase 1 – Construction: Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Retail Trade; Manufacturing; Wholesale Trade; Higher Education, Research
- Phase 2 – Offices; Real Estate; Essential & Phase II In-Store Retail; Vehicle Sales, Leases & Rentals; Retail Rental, Repair & Cleaning; Commercial Building Management: Hair Salons and Barbershops; Outdoor & Take-Out/Delivery Food Services
- Phase 3 – Food Services; Personal Care
- Phase 4–Higher Education; Pre-K to Grade 12 Schools; Low-Risk Outdoor Arts & Entertainment; Low Risk Indoor Arts & Entertainment; Media Production; Professional Sports Competitions with No Fans; Malls; Gyms and Fitness Centers; Gaming Facilities; Movie Theatres; Ski Facilities
COVID-19 Guidance
Includes information on Isolation and Quarantine, FAQs Regarding School Reopening, Tips for Celebrations, and Guidance for Employers
COVID-19 Resources and Services in Suffolk County
Includes information on viral and antibody testing, telemedicine, blood plasma donations, mental health resources, low income resources, support and relief programs, resources for families with children, and more.