Six people die from COVID-19 related illnesses; 156 others test positive for the virus

 MONDAY, 8-31-2020

EDINBURG — Hidalgo County saw six more people die from complications of the COVID-19 virus while 156 more residents tested positive for the virus, Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez said Sunday. There was no reporting Saturday so these numbers reflect two days of activity. This brings the total number of COVID-related fatalities to 1,162 and the total number of known positive cases is now 27,408.

 “These are some of the lowest numbers we have seen in weeks so this is very encouraging, but we cannot let our guard down especially as we prepare for the Labor Day weekend next weekend,” Judge Cortez said. “That’s traditionally a holiday weekend marked by family gatherings and I would urge everyone in Hidalgo County to reconsider attending any event where large numbers of people are expected. Please be safe, we appear to be moving in the right direction.”

Press release courtesy of Hidalgo county