Fall River sees over 200 COVID-19 cases in two days, deaths hit 141, Mayor Coogan issues statement

Fall River saw a record amount of cases of COVID-19 in Thursday’s report.

According to the Mayor’s Office, 3,499 total cases of COVID-19 have been identified in Fall River, a 88 case increase from Wednesday.

The Fall River Health Department is in contact with the individuals who have tested positive as well as their contacts.

Deaths in Fall River contributed to COVID-19 rose to 141 as one additional fatality was reported. The City was notified of four fatalities last week.

Friday added 75 additional COVID-19 cases, Saturday revealed 66 cases, Sunday saw 78 cases, Monday revealed 47 cases of COVID-19 and Tuesday saw 63 cases. 118 cases were reported on Wednesday.

According to the Mayor’s Office, Mayor Coogan stated the following.

“We are seeing cases due to gatherings within homes (i.e. extended family getting together, birthday parties, dinner parties, etc.). We have seen many cases linked to Halloween parties. Please limit your contacts to those that you live with. Contact with friends and extended family is strongly discouraged. While I understand this is not easy, it will have an impact and it can save lives. Because of this, I encourage you to think creatively in regards to upcoming holidays.”