Coronavirus Ridgefield: 9 Confirmed Cases, From Age 21 To 80-Plus

RIDGEFIELD, CT — First Selectman Rudy Marconi issued an update on the impact the new coronavirus is having on the town on Sunday night.

Nine people have now tested positive for the virus, three more than reported on Saturday. Marconi says he expects this number to continue to grow. Those who have tested positive range in age from 21 through over 80, according to the report.

"We are given the number of cases and the age range, but we are not given names or addresses due to HIPPA law," Marconi said.

Marconi is urging residents to "use common sense" to determine how to practice social distancing, described by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as crucial to slowing the spread if the virus.

"Can you throw the ball around with your kids? Yes but don't invite the neighborhood over," Marconi said. "When you use our beautiful town trails, do not run or walk in groups."

The first selectman is also urging residents not to make any frivolous trips, asking them to "think before you leave the house: 'Do I really need this?' If not, stay at home. I cannot stress this enough."

The first COVID-19 fatality in Connecticut was a Ridgefield man in his 80s, living at Benchmark Senior Living at Ridgefield Crossings. Marconi reiterated the recommendation made by Gov. Ned Lamont that anyone over 70 years old shelter in place.

Lamont promised "a more definitive list of essential businesses that will remain open" by Monday afternoon.

Live streaming with town updates are now scheduled for Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 4 p.m. on the town website and on Comcast channel 24.