Furniture maker Herman Miller pausing West Michigan operations

GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- One of West Michigan's largest employers is shutting down all manufacturing through April 13.

Officials with Herman Miller, a furniture manufacturer based in Zeeland, announced Monday, March 23, they would temporarily stop all West Michigan manufacturing operations effective at midnight.

The announcement came after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Monday, March 23, ordered all residents to stay home and most businesses to close through April 13 to slow the spread of coronavirus.

It was not immediately clear if Herman Miller's manufacturing operations would be allowed to continue under the order. Only businesses deemed "essential" are allowed to continue operating throughout the "stay-at-home" order.

Related: Cases of coronavirus in Kent, Ottawa counties continue to rise

Herman Miller did not immediately respond to attempts for additional comment. Anyone with questions or needing additional information is asked by the company to call 1-800-597-8970.

According to Grand Rapids-based economic development group The Right Place, Herman Miller was the seventh largest employer in West Michigan in 2017 with 3,621 employees.

As of Monday afternoon, March 23, Kent County has 29 cases of coronavirus and Ottawa County has 13 cases, according to the latest data from county health officials.

Statewide, 1,328 have been diagnosed with coronavirus, 15 people have died and "dozens more" are being treated in intensive care units, Whitmer said Monday.

One death related to COVID-19 has been reported in Kent County while no one in Ottawa County with the disease has died.

PREVENTION TIPS

Michigan's State Emergency Operations Center is coordinating state-government resources and the response to the coronavirus spread. It has shared the following tips:

What you can do to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and other respiratory diseases:

  • Always cover coughs or sneezes with a tissue or sleeve.
  • Stay home if you are sick and advise others to do the same.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.
  • Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol, if soap and warm water are not available.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces(computers, keyboards, desks, etc.).
  • It's not too late to get your flu shot! While the influenza vaccine does not protect against COVID-19 infection, it can help keep you healthy during the flu season.

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