Norwalk Coronavirus Update: 5 More Deaths; 35 New Cases

NORWALK, CT — A total of 91 Norwalk residents have died of complications from the new coronavirus (COVID-19) as of Monday, an increase of five since Sunday, according to Mayor Harry Rilling. Additionally, there were 35 new positives cases, bringing to the total to 1,698.

"It is troubling that five more of our residents have died from coronavirus. The amount of people we have lost and the number of families grieving as a result of this pandemic is heartbreaking," Rilling said. "I pray for them and allof Norwalk. I remind everyone to continue taking all of the necessary precautions to keep yourself, yourloved ones, and your community safe and healthy."

Statewide as of Monday there have been 2,556 coronavirus-related deaths, an increase of 61, and the number of confirmed cases stood at 29,973, an increase of 661.

The number of hospitalizations, however, continues to fall statewide, down by 24 to 1,464 on Monday, according to state health officials. (Don't miss local and statewide news about coronavirus developments and precautions. Sign up for Patch alerts and daily newsletters.)

This is from Rilling's Monday announcement:

• Governor Lamont and the governors of Delaware, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Pennsylvania Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, New York Governor announced a joint multi-state agreement to develop a regional supply chain for personal protective equipment, other medical equipment and testing. States will work together to identify the entire region’s needs for these products, aggregate demand among the states, reduce costs and stabilize the supply chain.
• The Norwalk Public Library posted an online photo gallery – “Norwalk Strong: Life During COVID-19” – that depict everyday life in Norwalk during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you to everyone who submitted photos. View the online gallery at norwalkpl.org.
• City officials remind the public that programs, events, and activities at City facilities remain canceled, and team sports, leagues, and practices are not allowed.
• May 4 – 8 is Teacher Appreciation Week, and Mayor Rilling and City officials say thank you to the more than 900 certified teachers in Norwalk who continue to be there for their students during these challenging times.

"Teachers are passionate and help our children grow and develop to their fullest potential," Rilling said. "I am in awe of how quickly and willingly they have thrown themselves into a new normal and a new way of teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic. Norwalk Public Schools teachers are some of the most dedicated, patient, and caring people. Thank you teachers for everything you do – keep up the great work."

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.