COVID-19 Related Death In Klickitat County

The Klickitat County Health Department on Thursday confirmed the COVID-19 related death of a county resident.  According to the department, the individual was 80 years old and had tested positive for COVID-19.  They were transported to a hospital where they died on Tuesday.  County health officials say this person did have underlying health issues that affected their health in addition to having COVID-19.  Klickitat County has had a total of 743 COVID-19 cases to date and nine deaths.  The health department is investigating any and all close contacts or possible exposures related to this individual.  At this time, it appears that the case was related to community transmission.  Klickitat County Public Health Director Erinn Quinn emphasized the importance of continuing to wear face coverings in public and staying home when feeling sick.

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