El Paso, Texas Now Has 531 Total Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, 26 New
On April 19th, 2020 The City of El Paso has released the latest numbers for COVID-19 cases in the city. As of tonight, El Paso stands at 26 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the total to 531 confirmed cases.
The total COVID-19 related deaths remain at eight. The City of El Paso is urging El Pasoans to continue to follow the 'Stay Home, Work Safe' order and doesn't want people to go back to visiting and partying with family or friends who do not live in their household.
April 19th, 2020 COVID-19 Update
The 'Stay Home, Work Safe' order has now has been extended till May 17th. Many parks and public areas have been closed in an attempt to keep people from possibly spreading COVID-19.
It is scary how fast the virus can be spread, especially when people are not practicing social distancing. Please take the proper precautions to keep you, your family, friends, and coworkers safe. Ultimately, keep your fellow El Pasoan healthy. Stay strong, stay healthy.
PLEASE, PLEASE stay home if you do not need to be out. We need to stop this before things escalate.
The CDC now advises anyone who is going out to work or to purchase essentials, please wear a cloth face covering while practicing social distancing.
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