On his Facebook account, Mayor Jon Mitchell reported a second positive case on Coronavirus in New Bedford.
“New Bedford now has its second positive Coronavirus case, and it is a reminder to everyone that the virus is indeed here. COVID-19 spreads more than twice as fast, and has a mortality rate more than ten times that of seasonal flu. Keeping your and your family’s distance from others now will save lives. Here are some important facts about prevention.”
Details on New Bedford’s first coronavirus case announced Saturday can be read here.
Massachusetts offices announced three more deaths to coronavirus in the state bringing the total to five.