1 New Case of COVID-19 in NL

There is 1 new case of COVID-19 in Newfoundland and Labrador today. This case is in the Eastern health region.

This brings the total number to 259.

Of these cases, 4 are in hospital, 1 of which are in ICU. 230 have recovered.

To date, there have been 3 deaths.

Regional Breakdown: Eastern Health 241 Central Health 8 Western Health 4 Labrador-Grenfell Health 6 Dr. Fitzgerald has asked Minister Haggie to extend the health state of emergency for another two weeks.

A text line has been created for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. The number is 709-216-8188.

There will be no briefings this weekend. The update will be issued via a news release.