16th Death in Burke County

Burke County Public Health was notified this morning of the sixteenth death in Burke
County. The individual in their 30’s died from complications associated with their underlying medical
conditions and tested positive for COVID-19 later. To protect the family’s privacy, no further
information about the patients will be released.
“We are deeply saddened for the family and friends of this individual”, said Burke County Health
Director Rebecca McLeod. These personal losses serve as a terrible reminder that this infection affects
those at highest risk much worse.”
The cases of community spread continue to rise within the county. Burke County has some residents that
do not follow the Governor’s Executive Order regarding gathering inside and outside in large numbers
and potentially continuing to spread this infection. It is also imperative for those testing positive to
STAY AT HOME. Remember to practice the 3 W’s at all times: Wear, a cloth face covering when out
in public and cannot physically distance yourself from others, Wait at least six feet away from others and
Wash your hands frequently with soap and water or use hand sanitizer if you do not have access to soap
and water.
For general questions about COVID-19, you can contact the Burke County Public Information line at
828-764-9388 or visit the COVID-19 webpage at www.burkenc.org/COVID-19.
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