Latest Ridgefield Coronavirus Update: 15 Deaths, 121 Active Cases

RIDGEFIELD, CT — The Connecticut Department of Public Health has confirmed there are 112 active cases of the new coronavirus in the Town as of Friday. There have been 15 deaths in Ridgefield attributed to the virus, according to Health Director Ed Briggs.

With the increased number of pedestrians on the roads, Town officials are asking residents to exercise extreme caution while driving, and pedestrians to always face the traffic while walking.

"Winding roads with no sidewalks make it difficult to know a vehicle is coming from behind, especially if the vehicle is a silent hybrid," Office of Emergency Management officials said in a news release.

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As of Friday, another 754 Connecticut residents tested positive for COVID-19, and the state recorded another 68 deaths related to the virus, for a total of 448. Gov. Ned Lamont said there are now 10,538 confirmed cases in the state.

Lamont is signing an executive order extending the closure of all non-essential businesses from April 20 until May 20. This impacts the following types of businesses: bars, restaurants, shopping malls, off-track-betting, gyms, movies, recreation facilities and all places of public amusement. Bars and restaurants are allowed to remain open for takeout and delivery. Schools are also closed until at least May 20.

The governor said it is his "strong recommendation" that families stay home on Easter and avoid any social gatherings.