LLCHD reports four more COVID-19 deaths

LLCHD reported a total of 983 lab-confirmed COVID-19 cases on Tuesday.

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – The Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department reported four more COVID-19 deaths on Wednesday.

LLCHD reported the deaths of a man in his 40s who was hospitalized and unvaccinated, a woman in her 50s who was hospitalized and unvaccinated, a man in his 60s who was hospitalized and vaccinated and a man in his 70s who was hospitalized and vaccinated.

LLCHD reported a total of 983 lab-confirmed COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, which includes cases from Jan. 18 that were delayed due to technical difficulties at DHHS.

Local hospitals currently house 133 COVID-19 patients, 39 coming from other communities and a total of 14 on ventilators.

Last Friday, Health Director Pat Lopez announced a new DHM that lasts through Feb. 11. The new DHM includes a mask mandate for all individuals two and older regardless of vaccination status.

More information on the DHM can be found at lincoln.ne.gov/DHM.

The COVID-19 Risk Dial remains in the red category, indicating a severe risk of spread and impact in the community.