SRS reports first case of COVID-19

Posted: Mar 23, 2020 / 06:28 PM EDT / Updated: Mar 23, 2020 / 06:28 PM EDT

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – SRS sent out a tweet earlier Monday reporting their first case of COVID-19.

According to SRS, they will transition to focus on minimum mission-critical activities to include the maximum use of telework.

SRS leadership was notified of its first positive COVID-19 test. Over the next few days, SRS will transition to focus on minimum mission-critical activities, to include the maximum use of telework. Employees should call 5-SITE or visit https://t.co/5LM92DC6D1 for updates.
— SRS News (@SRSNews) March 23, 2020

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