Coronavirus Madison: Town Reports 2nd Death

MADISON, CT — First Selectwoman Peggy Lyons announced that another Madison resident has died due to complications from the new coronavirus. Additionally, a town employee has also tested positive for the virus.

"The employee is faring well, was not in a public interfacing role, and has been at home under quarantine since the onset of symptoms," Lyons said. "While this type of news is unsettling, it is not unexpected given community spread is growing throughout our state."

Madison now has 21 residents who have tested positive for the virus.

A 76-year-old woman was the first Madison resident to die from the coronavirus.

Hammonasset State Park will begin to limit its capacity in order to help users maintain social distancing.

"Unfortunately, this may cause an influx of visitors who are turned away from the park to our local roads and recreation facilities," Lyons said. "The town is working closely with the state to mitigate the impact any park policy changes will have on our roads. This will include parking bans on some streets and the closure of Salt Meadow Park due to its use as overflow parking."