ITHACA, N.Y. (WBNG) -- It was announced on Saturday that a member of the Ithaca College community has tested positive for the coronavirus.

Ithaca College posted a statement on their website on Sunday explaining that this person is currently in their home and is in mandatory isolation. According to the statement, the individual told the Tompkins County Health Department that they became symptomatic on March 5.

In a press release from the Tompkins County Health Department, they say that nurses conducted a contact investigation. The health department also says that they are currently in contact with any individuals who were identified as possibly being exposed to the individual with the virus on March 5 or later.

The health department is working closely with Ithaca College to ensure that necessary steps are taken for everyone's safety.

The health department believes that there is no risk to the general community at this time.

For more information about COVID-19 in Tompkins County use these resources:

Call 211 for information, including questions about food, transportation, events and gatherings, cancellations, and other human service needs.

Call the NYS COVID-19 Hotline at 1-888-364-3065, the wait time is short and they have up-to-date information and can walk you through next steps.

TCHD will continue to send out public updates, check our website

Check Facebook @TompkinsPublicHealth and Twitter@TompkinsHealth

Go to the TCHD website for up-to-date information

Get answers to Frequently Asked Questions on the TCHD website

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