First Coronavirus death in the US confirmed in Washington State as health officials say there new cases in the county where they died
Health officials have confirmed the first fatality inside the U.S. attributed to the coronavirus.
Officials in King County, Washington, which includes the city of Seattle, said in a statement on Saturday that two new cases had been identified, including one patient who died.
No other details were immediately available about the two new cases in Washington, including the ages of the patients and any other potential health issues.
A press conference with more details is scheduled for 1pm PST.
Developing story, more to follow.
Officials in King County, Washington, which includes the city of Seattle, said on Saturday that two new cases had been identified, including one who died