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20 New Coronavirus Cases, 262 Total In Union County
Gov. Phil Murphy said Wednesday that he's ordering many day care centers to shut amid the coronavirus outbreak.
UNION COUNTY, NJ — One new death and 20 new cases of the new coronavirus were reported in Union County on Wednesday afternoon increasing the total to 262.
Among those was a 62-year-old Fanwoodian who has tested positive for COVID-19, according to the Westfield Regional Health Department.
The man is currently recovering while Westfield Regional Health Department contacts those who may have been in contact with the individual.
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Clark also identified two new cases on Wednesday.
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Murphy also announced on Wednesday that the state has 736 more positive tests and 18 more deaths, raising the case total to 4,402 and the death toll to 62. (See Related: Gov. Murphy To Shut Many Day Care Centers Amid Coronavirus Crisis)
The update comes as the number of cases continues to rise in New Jersey, with 44 deaths. The case total is the second-highest in the country. Read more: NJ Coronavirus Updates: Here's What You Need To Know
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