Naugatuck Coronavirus Updates: 16 Cases Confirmed

NAUGATUCK, CT — The number of confirmed cases of the new coronavirus in Naugatuck has reached 16, according to local health officials.

In a statement, the Naugatuck Valley Health District, which includes the towns of Naugatuck, Derby, Shelton, Ansonia, Seymour, and Beacon Falls, said "Today is another somber day for the Naugatuck Valley community."

"We offer our sincerest and heartfelt condolences to the families of 3 additional individuals who passed away after testing positive for COVID-19. Of the deceased, two (2) were males in their 80s and one (1) was a female in her 90s. All four COVID-19 related deaths in the jurisdiction have been among Shelton residents. The health district is working in conjunction with state and local partners to obtain more information and will provide additional details as they become available. Individuals who are experiencing grief, anxiety and/or stress can visit www.nvhd.org/coping for resources."

Naugatuck Mayor Pete Hess said that "The virus is moving quickly from New York through Fairfield County and into New Haven County and up to Naugatuck."

"Now you really don't have to be a rocket scientist to figure this out. The virus has been here for a while. It's very contagious. Social distancing is necessary for everyone. No matter your age. Anyone can be a carrier, and the virus attacks people of all ages, here's my advice in a nutshell. Don't be a knot head follow the rules. Protect yourself, your loved ones, and anyone you've come in contact with. Let's make Naugatuck the safest place to be in the entire state of Connecticut. A couple of other points, for seniors or people who need help with errands, please call 203-729-1564. That's the number for the United Way, and they're organizing volunteers to help people with errands and whatever they need."

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