OLYMPIA, Wash. - The state's governor has tested positive for COVID-19.

Governor Jay Inslee's office announced he tested positive after a rapid test. He is reportedly experiencing "very mild" symptoms, which includes a mild cough.

Inslee will work from home until further notice.

“I am experiencing very mild symptoms and am most glad I’m vaccinated and boosted,” Inslee said. “I hope others consider getting their booster because it’s very effective in preventing serious illness.”

The Washington state governor has been vaccinated and has received two booster shots.

Lt. Gov. Denny Heck also tested positive, he also has mild symptoms. Heck said the cases are unrelated.

“I’ve tested positive for COVID-19. I’m working from home and experiencing mild but unpleasant symptoms, similar to a bad head cold.

I’m glad to be vaccinated and double-boosted. I know my symptoms could be much worse if I wasn’t vaccinated, and I urge everyone eligible for a booster shot to go and get one.

I’ve begun a regimen of Paxlovid, one of the antiviral pills approved by the FDA for fighting COVID-19. Paxlovid and other treatments are now widely available in Washington state. I encourage anyone who tests positive to talk with their doctor or pharmacist about treatment options.

I previously tested positive in February but experienced no symptoms. Unfortunately, COVID-19 reinfections can happen, and that’s another good reason to go and get that booster shot.

I look forward to resuming my full public schedule once cleared to do so.”

At a news conference the state's public health leaders said they weren't issuing mandates but “strongly recommending” masks be worn indoors in crowded or confined places.

“This is the time to remind ourselves that this pandemic is not over,” said Secretary of Health Dr. Umair Shah.

The Seattle Times reports as of early May, the state recorded a seven-day infection rate of about 245.3 cases per 100,000 people, or about 2,600 new infections per day. In mid-March, Washington’s infection rate was about 40.4 cases per 100,000.

Hospitalizations recently surpassed about six COVID hospital admissions per 100,000, or about 67 new hospitalizations per day — up from fewer than two hospitalizations per 100,000 in early April.

The state’s COVID death rate hasn’t seen significant changes in recent months, and has consistently been on the decline since late January, according to Department of Health data.