TOWN OF CLINTON PRESS RELEASE
July 13, 2020
It is with great sadness that the Town of Clinton reports that a fifth resident has passed away due to complications from COVID-19. The Connective River Area Health District reported on Monday, July 13, 2020 that the resident was a female in her 70s.
The Town of Clinton’s main objective remains to continue to keep residents safe and help slow the spread of the virus. The single best way to slow the spread is to practice social distancing.
All residents in the Town of Clinton are strongly encouraged to continue taking preventative actions to help protect themselves and the community as their civic responsibility, these include:
- Wear a mask when in public
- Staying home if you are sick except to get urgent medical care
- Maintain social distancing of 6 feet when in public
- Avoiding close contact with people who are sick
- Washing your hands with soap and water frequently and for at least 20 seconds
- Covering your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands after
- Avoiding touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
- Cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched objects and surfaces
For more information, updates, resources, hotlines, testing, and how practice social distancing, please visit:
Scott Martinson, CRAHD (860) 661-3300
Karl Kilduff, Town Manager (860) 669-9333