Norwalk Coronavirus Update: 1 Death, 9 New Cases, Mayor Says

NORWALK, CT — The number of coronavirus-related deaths in Norwalk stood at 72 as of Wednesday, following the death of another resident, according to Mayor Harry Rilling. The city also reported nine new confirmed cases of the virus, bringing the total to 1,544.

Statewide, there were 26,767 positive cases, 2,168 deaths and 1,691 hospitalizations as of Wednesday, according to Connecticut health officials.

"I am sorry to share the news that another one of our residents has died from coronavirus," Rilling said. "My heart goes out to their friends, family, and loved ones. I wish them peace and comfort.

"We’ve all been operating in a new normal for close to six weeks now," Rilling added. "That has taken a lot of hard work and effort, and I appreciate the sacrifices our residents have made and continue to make. I ask them to please remember that the decisions we make regarding this virus, is, in many cases, a matter of life and death."

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This is from Rilling's Wednesday announcement:

• City officials remind families with children that there are 11 food distribution sites in Norwalk that provide drive-through or walk-up services weekdays from noon – 2 p.m. Families with children under 18 years old can visit any location – they do not need to attend that particular school, or be enrolled with NPS. A list of locations can be found at norwalkps.org.
• The City and Norwalk Health Department created a survey in an effort to match residents who are seeking to help the community with local organizations in need of volunteers. Those interested can complete the Volunteer Survey by visiting bit.ly/norwalkvolunteer.
• Tomorrow is the deadline to submit photos to the Norwalk Public Library for a new online exhibit entitled “Norwalk Strong: Life During COVID-19.” Residents are asked to send pictures of daily life during the crisis to clahey@norwalkpl.org no later than Thursday, April 30.
• The Norwalk Health Department has guidance online in English and Spanish on how to properly wear a face covering and how to make a cloth face covering. It is important to wear a face covering when it’s difficult to maintain physical distance from others. This is not to protect the wearer, but to help them from unknowingly spreading the virus to others.

Members of the public are encouraged to sign-up for the City's CodeRED Emergency Alert Notification System at norwalkct.org/codered. Updates on City services, hours, and community resources will be routinely published at norwalkct.org/citynews. The latest health updates can be found at norwalkct.org/coronavirus.