COVID-19 outbreak reported at northwest suburban eatery

COVID-19 outbreak reported at northwest suburban eatery
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CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) — The McHenry County Department of Health identified a COVID-19 outbreak at Eat at Syrup in Algonquin.

The breakfast and lunch restaurant, located at 2555 Bunker Hill Road is fully cooperating as the health department investigates.

It’s unclear how many cases are linked to the business, but officials said anyone who worked or visited the restaurant between November 1 and 12 and showing COVID-19 symptoms should get tested.

A close contact is anyone who was within 6 feet of a person known to have COVID-19 for an accumulation of at least 15 minutes.

Symptoms of COVID-19 may include:

— Fever or chills

— Cough

— Shortness of breath

— Muscle or body aches

— Headache

— New loss of taste or smell

— Runny nose

— Nausea or vomiting

— Diarrhea

Individuals who experience trouble breathing, pain or pressure in the chest, confusion, inability to stay awake or bluish lips or face should seek immediate emergency medical care.

A sign on the restaurant's door said it’s temporarily closed for deep cleaning and sanitation.

It’s unclear when the eatery will reopen.

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