Denton County reports single-day record COVID-19 deaths, surge in new cases Tuesday
Denton County reported eight more coronavirus deaths and 157 new cases on Tuesday.
The eight deaths are the most reported by the county in a day and the 157 cases are the most since 188 on July 30.
The latest COVID-19 deaths include a man in his 60s from rural northwest Denton County, two women in their 70s and a man in his 80s who were residents of The Vintage Health Care Center in Denton, two women over 80 in Frisco and Lewisville, a Denton woman in her 70s, and a Denton man in his 80s.
Denton County has confirmed 8,584 COVID-19 cases, including 90 deaths and 5,839 recoveries.
“As we report the highest number of deaths from COVID-19 today, I ask that you keep the families of these eight individuals in your thoughts and prayers,” Denton County Judge Andy Eads said in a release. “The news of these deaths underscore the importance of consistently practicing the public health recommendations to ensure you and your family are safe during this ongoing pandemic.”
Denton County has reported 36 pandemic-related deaths in August after reporting 17 in July and six in June.
“As we work through investigations of positive cases and deaths due to Denton County, we’re reiterating what everyone already knows: it is imperative we continue to wear masks and stay physically distant from one another,” Denton County Public Health Director Dr. Matt Richardson said. “We owe compliance to our friends, families, and neighbors that are our most vulnerable.”
