City, County Confirm New COVID-19 Related Deaths
Written by Post Public Information Representative, Apr 7, 2021, 0 Comments
Courtesy Noraida Negron,
LAREDO, Texas – The City of Laredo and Webb County have SIX new confirmed deaths (since Friday, April 2, 202) in Webb County related to COVID-19. The City and County want to express their most sincere condolences to the families of those who have lost a loved one through this pandemic and want them to know that our counselors and our teams are available to support them.
The 821st death of a Webb County resident was a female in her early-70’s. She died on Sunday, December 27, 2021.
The 822nd death of a Webb County resident was a female in her mid-70’s. She died on Monday, February 15, 2021.
The 823rd death of a Webb County resident was a male in his mid-50’s. He died on Friday, March 5, 2021.
The 824th death of a Webb County resident was a female in her early-50’s. She died on Thursday, January 21, 2021.
The 825th death of a Webb County resident was a male in his early-60’s. He died on Monday, January 21, 2021.
The 826th death of a Webb County resident was a male in his late-80’s. He died on Friday, March 5, 2021.
Stay home if you are sick and call your doctor. Do not go to the doctor’s office, call your doctor first. If it is an emergency, call 9-1-1.
As of 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 7, 2021, a total of: 322,640 people have been tested; 43,349 have resulted positive (4/6/21 43,306) 126 are estimated active (4/6/21 98); 42,397 persons are estimated recovered(4/6/21 42,388) ; 19 are currently hospitalized (8 of which are in the ICU), hospitalization rate is at 3.30% (4/4/21 3.05%) and 826 people have died.
Vaccine Statistics:
First Doses Administered: 98,296 (49.92%)
Fully Vaccinated: 56,275 (28.58%)
65+ population who have received a vaccine: 20,108 (72.06%)
In order to safeguard legally-protected information, the City of Laredo is not publicly releasing personal or identifiable information regarding any cases as it relates to COVID-19, results or monitoring.
Please continue to do your part in preventing the spread of all diseases. Follow the guidelines below:
Follow CDC and WHO guidelines and practice physical distancing
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Hand sanitizer can be used when soap and water are not readily available
Wear a mask or face covering
Avoid touching your face
Avoid close contact with people who are sick
Stay home when you are sick
Cover all coughs and sneezes
Clean frequently-touched surfaces
