Officials: 2 COVID-19 cases reported in Uvalde County

At least one of the two cases is community spread, officials say

A clinical care providers collects a swab for coronavirus during drive-thru testing by the Fayette County Health Department in Oak Hill , W.V. on Thursday, March 19, 2020. (Chris Jackson/The Register-Herald via AP) (Chris Jackson)

UVALDE COUNTY, Texas – Two cases of COVID-19 are confirmed in Uvalde County, according to county officials.

The two confirmed cases were announced during a press conference Saturday afternoon.

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At least one of the two cases is community spread, officials say.

In addition to the two individuals with COVID-19, the county is also asking the individuals that were in contact with those that tested positive for the virus to self-quarantine to limit exposure.

County officials are reminding the public to stay home if they feel sick and to self-quarantine.

2nd confirmed case of CoronaVirus in Uvalde County.

Posted by Uvalde County Office of Emergency Management on Saturday, March 28, 2020

Residents are reminded to practice good self-hygiene, continue washing your hands, don’t touch your face and practice social distancing.

We’ll bring more updates as they become available.

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Cody King is a digital journalist for KSAT 12. She previously worked for WICS/WRSP 20 in Springfield, Illinois.