Allen County Health Department officials reported the first death from the novel coronavirus Sunday evening.
The death was of an older adult hospitalized for COVID-19 who had underlying health conditions. No additional information was released.“
Our hearts go out to the family who lost their loved one today as a result of COVID-19,” said Allen County Health Commissioner Dr. Deborah McMahan. “We continue to ask for the community’s help in adhering to guidance that will slow the spread of this virus so our hospitals can continue to provide their best care to patients suffering from COVID-19 as well as other serious conditions."
Allen County had five coronavirus patients as of Sunday, with 201 total reported state-wide. Other northeast Indiana counties with positive coronavirus tests include Adams, Wells and Noble counties.
On Sunday, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued a stay-at-home order to slow the spread of the virus.
