Dallas County halfway to worst coronavirus week yet after 5 more deaths, 112 new cases
Dallas County reported five more coronavirus deaths and 112 new cases on Wednesday.
The county has confirmed 99 COVID-19 deaths and 3,352 cases and is on pace for its highest average daily count of new cases in a week. The 112 cases reported Wednesday are the fourth-most in a day, officials said.
Among the five latest deaths, one patient was in his 50s, two were in their 60s, and two were in their 90s. Three of the deceased were residents of long-term care facilities, including two in Dallas and one in Balch Springs.
“Unfortunately, halfway through the week, we are on pace to experience our highest average daily count of COVID-19 cases this week,” Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins said in a news release. “These developments illustrate the importance of making smart choices, limiting unnecessary trips to businesses and wearing your face covering at essential businesses and on public transportation. It’s up to all of us to flatten the curve.”
Dallas County is reporting almost 80% of COVID-19 patients who have been hospitalized (and who reported their employment), have been “critical infrastructure workers,” including in healthcare, food and agriculture, and public works.
This story was originally published April 29, 2020 at 3:21 PM.
