Norwalk Coronavirus Update: Deaths Reach 32; Total Cases 747

NORWALK, CT — The number of Norwalk residents who have died of complications from the new coronavirus (COVID-19) stands at 32 as of Monday, according to Mayor Harry Rilling, and number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the city is 747.

In Fairfield County, the number of deaths climbed to 262, and the number of cases eclipsed the 6,000 mark with 6,004, according to state health officials.

"I am deeply saddened to learn another one of our residents has died," Rilling said in a statement on Monday. "I offer my sincere condolences and hope their family will find be able to find comfort during this challenging time."

Among the 32 Norwalk residents who have passed away as a result of the coronavirus was a 30-year-old personal trainer who had no underlying conditions, according to his family.

The number of confirmed cases in Norwalk grew by 35 from Sunday to reach 747.

"As I have said time and again, the number of positive cases reported to us will fluctuate throughout this pandemic," Rilling said. "While it seems like we are reaching our peak, and obviously the fewer cases the better, we cannot relax our distancing guidelines and best practices. These methods are making a difference. I am encouraged by the formation of a multi-state council that I expect will take a smart, targeted approach to reopening the economy. It makes sense for states to work together on this initiative. I applaud the Governors for thinking regionally about how we emerge from this crisis in a new normal."

This is part of Rilling's Monday announcement:

• Governor Ned Lamont, and the Governors of Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania,and Rhode Island, announced a new multi-state council focused on getting people back to work and restoring the economy. The council will be staffed with health and economic development experts. More information on the announcement can be found here.
• The Norwalk Hospital Drive-Through Collection Site was closed today, April 13, due to high winds. The site should be open normally again on Tuesday, April 14. As a reminder, the collection site is only for people who meet necessary criteria, including having a doctor’s order and an appointment. Please do not show up unannounced. More info can be found here.
• Mayor Rilling sent a CodeRED Emergency Alert message earlier today in English and Spanish. This service is opt-in, meaning members of the public have to sign up if they wish to receive messages. City officials encourage everyone to sign up at norwalkct.org/codered. To hear the Mayor’s latest CodeRED message, click here.
• Walmart, located at 680 Connecticut Avenue, will be closed on Tuesday, April 14 to further sanitize the store and provide time for employees to restock shelves. The store is expected to open again at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, April 15. The Walmart on Main Avenue will maintain its normal hours of operation.

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.