(Two more test positive)…It was announced Thursday.

The Imperial County Public Health Department announced that 2 additional residents have tested positive for COVID 19. The two individuals sought medical attention after feeling ill. One contracted the illness outside the Imperial County and the other is still under investigation. They are both hospitalized. No additional information will be released due to confidentiality rules. This brings the total number of cases for COVID 19 in Imperial County to 4. Doctor Stephen Munday, County Health Officer, stated the Public Health staff continues to work closely with healthcare providers to make sure these positive cases receive the care they need in response to their test results and to assure these cases are investigated. He said as a community we need to continue practicing hand hygiene and cough etiquette to prevent the spread of COVID 19 to others.