COVID-19 Information and Resources

Oakland's COVID-19 Response

Stay at home. Do your part to flatten the curve. Please—avoid group gatherings, maintain social distancing of 6 feet or more, and stay home if you have symptoms. Oakland, we can #beatcovid19 together by staying apart!

Read the local orders related to COVID-19

Prevent the Spread of Coronavirus

Avoid group gatherings, practice social distancing, and stay home if you are sick.
City of Oakland Service Modifications

Temporary changes have been made to protect the health and safety of our community.
How to Help

Support City of Oakland residents most affected by COVID-19.

Resources

Latest News

Jul 21, 2020

Oakland History Center Seeks Contributions to COVID-19 East Bay Community Archive

Project invites East Bay residents and workers to contribute materials that document life during pandemic.

Jul 10, 2020

City of Oakland Encourages Public to “Give the Lake a Break!”

Weekend traffic safety measures and parking restrictions aim to reduce crowding, spread of COVID-19, and traffic hazards, while ensuring emergency access.

May 20, 2020

City of Oakland Expands Food Distribution with Great Plates Delivered Program

The City has ramped up its food distribution effort and is pleased to announce an expansion of the Great Plates Delivered program.

Additional Support

General social service issues: 211
Public Health issues and questions about the Shelter-in-Place order: County Public Health
The City’s 311 phone line and OAK311 website continue to be a resource to request routine maintenance and report urgent infrastructure issues

AC Transit

AC Transit is implementing rear-door boarding on buses with multiple doors. Fare payment is not required until further notice.

Passengers requiring ADA ramps, utilizing mobility devices or need priority seating may continue to use the front door for boarding. Wheelchair riders may be allowed onboard without securements by bus operators.

BART

BART now closes at 9pm. Saturday and Sunday 8am-9pm.

East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD)

Some Park Closures & Parking Restrictions to Limit Overcrowding, Address Public & Staff Safety.

Oakland Unified School District

Peralta College

Alameda County Health Care for the Homeless

Sources for Global and Local Public Health Updates: