COVID-19 Update June 10, 2020 BASTROP COUNTY HEALTH AUTHORITY CONFIRMS FOURTH FATALITY FROM COVID-19
June 10, 2020
The Bastrop County Health Authority has confirmed the fourth local fatality from the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individual was a 67-year old male from Del Valle, Bastrop County.
The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases reported in Bastrop County as of today is 271, with 105 recovered.
“I am deeply saddened to receive the information of another life taken by this disease,” said Dr. Desmar Walkes, Bastrop County Health Authority. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the gentleman’s family.”
As Texas continues its reopening efforts, please stay safe and continue to protect yourself and your family by taking the following preventative actions:
• Continue to observe social distancing recommendations, especially in large gatherings
• Limit unnecessary trips
• While face coverings are not mandatory, we strongly recommend and encourage their use for the safety of everyone especially when social distancing is not an option
• Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces
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