17th Death in Burke County

Burke County Public Health was notified today of the COVID-19 related seventeenth
death in Burke County. The individual in their 50’s was hospitalized and later died from COVID-19
related complications. To protect the family’s privacy, no further information about the patients will be
released.
“We extend our sympathies to the family and friends of this individual”, said Burke County Health
Director Rebecca McLeod. These losses serve as a terrible reminder that this infection continues to
spread within our community and has the potential to cause fatal results to anyone infected with this
infection.”
The cases of community spread continue to rise within the county. 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. It is also imperative for those testing
positive to STAY AT HOME.
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.