On February 11, 2020, the World Health Organization announced an official name for the disease that is causing the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak, first identified in Wuhan, China. The disease is coronavirus disease 2019, abbreviated as COVID-19. In COVID-19, ‘CO’ stands for ‘corona,’ ‘VI’ for ‘virus,’ and ‘D’ for disease. There are many types of human coronaviruses including some that commonly cause mild upper-respiratory tract illnesses. COVID-19 is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) coronavirus that has not previously been seen in humans. As the outbreak continues to have an effect on Capital Region communities, Hot 99.1 is committed to bringing you the latest developments, resources, and information to assist in this time of social distancing. Bookmark this page to stay updated with COVID-19 and how it affects the Albany, Saratoga, Troy and other areas.
Emergency Toll Procedure On The Thruway Due To Coronavirus
The Thruway Authority today announced emergency toll procedures will be in place effective Sunday, March 22 at approximately 8 p.m., at cash toll lanes on the Thruway’s ticketed-system.
Albany County Executive: There Is No Need to Panic
As the situation surrounding the Novel Coronavirus, or COVID-19, continues to unfold, we encourage you to stay informed and use available best practices to protect you and your family.
These Places in The Capital Region Have Take-Out/Delivery
With the coronavirus closing a bunch of local restaurants and bars for dine-in eating, we still want to support where we can and you can help!
Cuomo Orders All Barber Shops, Hair & Nail Salons, Tattoo & Piercing Shops Closed
Governor Cuomo has ordered all licensed cosmetology shops closed effective Saturday, March 21 at 8 p.m.
Yankee Distillers In Clifton Park Is Giving Away High Proof Alcohol To Sanitize Anything
Normally Yakee Distillers in Clifton Park is usually making spirits to put in mixed drinks, or on the rocks or to drink neat. However, they're distilling something different now.
Condom Shortages
Toilet Paper isn't the only thing flying off of the shelves. People have decided to stock up on condoms and adult toys to keep themselves entertained while “social distancing”.
National Grid To Help Customers Affected By COVID-19 Pay Their Bill
National Grid is anticipating the need to help their customers who are unable to work and pay their utility bills due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus Dating
Just because you're in the house doesn’t mean you have to be lonely. It looks like online dating is up in all of the places social distancing because of the spread of Coronavirus.
Cuomo vs. Cuomo
I don't know if this was planned or scripted but it was an absolutely hilarious display of how sibling rivalries may never die. Check out this exchange Big bro Andrew Cuomo Vs Lil bro Andrew Cuomo.
NY Surpasses Washington to Become State With Highest Coronavirus Cases in Nation
New York has now become the state with the highest number of COVID-19 cases in the nation.
Must Have Items
With school being closed, basketball canceled, jobs closing, restaurants bars are closed and so many other things closing or being canceled because of Coronavirus.
Here Are All the Ways to Hear Our Station at Home
As we spend more time at home to do our part to lessen the spread of Coronavirus, you do not need to be out of touch with your favorite radio station. There are several ways to listen around the home.
Find Us On Your Smart Speakers
Activate Hot 991 on your smart speakers, so you can have Hot 991 around whenever you need it.
East Greenbush Police Cancels All Crime During Coronavirus Outbreak
All crime has been canceled in East Greenbush due to the coronavirus.
New York Utilities Adopt A No-Disconnect Policy During Pandemic
New York utilities have adopted a no-disconnect policy because of the coronavirus pandemic crisis.
How To Stay Virus Free In 2020
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), things are underway for a cure and vaccine from COVID-19. However, they ensure things could get worse before they get better.
What people should know is that this is a virus that gets spread through contact...
Local Grocery Stores Are Implementing Buying Limits
Shoppers are hoarding hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes, toilet paper and other items. Now there will be limits.
The Coronavirus Scare Has Caused Major Events to Cancel
It seems like every day we wake up we hear about more and more people getting infected with the virus and, more and more places and things are getting canceled due to large gatherings and concerns on spreading germs.
In more recent news the President of the United States is calling the virus and scare a "hoax" meaning a humorous or malicious deception...
NCAA Cancels Division I Men’s And Women’s Basketball Tournaments
The NCAA has made the decision we all thought was coming. NCAA President Mark Emmert and the Board of Governors have decided to cancel not only the Division I Men's and Women's Tournaments but all Winter and Spring NCAA Championships.
Cuomo Restricting Gatherings of More Than 500 People
Governor Cuomo went live to not only update the state on the status of the spread of the coronavirus as well as further restrictions we will have to follow.
UAlbany Has First Positive Coronavirus Case
Whether you're shrugging it off as nothing or you're in full-blown panic, we can't deny that it's a pandemic, it's spreading, and it's here.
Coronavirus Making Gas Prices Plummet
It seems that the only thing anyone is talking about is the Coronavirus. There are many negative conversations swirling around the outbreak. Now there may be a silver lining in the decline of gas prices.
Albany Patroons Cancel Remainder of Season Due to Coronavirus
The Albany Patroons were forced to cut their season short due to the rapidly spreading virus.
Siena College Extends Spring Break in Light of Coronavirus
Everyday more and more people and places are being affected by the Coronavirus and now Siena College is taking steps to protect their students, staff and fans. Siena has extended Spring Break foe all students by one week and urged fans to not attend today's women's lacrosse against UAlbany.
SXSW Music Fest Canceled Due to Coronavirus
The Coronavirus is far from being cured as more people are being quarantined as the virus continues to spread. The spread of the coronavirus is causing a lot of public events to cancel. It broke my heart the other day reading that the annual SXSW music festival will not being happening this year due to the spread of the virus ...
Capital Region Is The Coronavirus Hub For Testing & Treatment In New York
Labs in the Capital Region are working on testing and treatments for COVID-19,
Coronavirus Still At Large
It seems as if the coronavirus is still at large. Business’s have slowed up , hospitals are busy and no one seems to know when there will be an exact cure for this new virus.
The thing with viruses is they have to cure up on there own rather than be treated with an antibiotic like you would strep throat or pink eye...
Coronavirus Cases Confirmed in NY State
Take proper precautions when traveling as there are new cases confirmed of the Coronavirus in the NY State.