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Fall River surpasses 600 confirmed COVID-19 cases, 8th death announced
Fall River has seen more confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 and another fatality.
15 additional cases of COVID-19 have been identified in Fall River, according to the Mayor’s Office. This brings the total in Fall River to 601.
The City has been notified of its eighth fatality due to COVID-19.
The Fall River Health Department is in contact with the individuals who have tested positive as well as their contacts.
As of Monday, 212 cases have cleared isolation.
Tuesday’s case update revealed 37 cases. Wednesday saw 36 additional cases and a fifth death was announced. Thursday the mayor announced 25 more COVID-19 cases. On Friday 24 more cases were identified along with the city’s sixth and seventh deaths due to the virus. Saturday’s COVID-19 update showed 21 new cases of the virus. Sunday revealed 32 additional cases.
Governor Charlie Baker announced the extension of the state’s non-essential business closures and stay at-home advisory until May 18, 2020. Government Center will be closed to the public until this advisory is lifted.
The Mayor continues to encourage residents to practice social distancing. This means keeping a distance of 6 feet between individuals. Continue to wash your hands on a regular basis, clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, and stay home as much as possible, especially when you are sick. These measures will help to limit the spread of COVID-19.
The City of Fall River wants to remind residents that the Online Payments Center gives residents a way to pay bills online 24-hours a day, 7-days a week. Real Estate, Personal Property, Motor Vehicle Excise, Boat Excise Taxes and Public Utility payments are accepted. You can also use this system to pay for Municipal Lien Certificates. https://www.fallriverma.org/online-payments/
There is also a drop-off box on the Third Street Entrance of Government Center where residents can drop their payments in sealed envelopes.
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