4 GA Tyson Foods Employees Die From Coronavirus: Report

GEORGIA — Four Tyson Foods employees in rural southwest Georgia have died after contracting COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus, according to an Associated Press report.

Gary Mickelson, a spokesperson for Tyson Foods, said three of the employees worked at a chicken processing plant in Camilla, AP reports. The fourth employee worked outside the plant.

"We realize everyone is anxious during this challenging time and believe information is the best tool for combating the virus," Hector Gonzalez, the company's senior vice president for human resources said. "That's why we're encouraging our team members to share their concerns with us, so we can help address them."