Covid-19 Case In Deep River Elementary School

DEEP RIVER, CT — This e-mail alert when out Tuesday morning, sent from Regional District 4:

"Dear Parents, Guardians, and Staff of Chester, Deep River, Essex, and Region 4 Schools,

Yesterday afternoon we were notified of a positive case of COVID-19. We consulted with the Connecticut River Area Health District to determine appropriate steps.

This case impacted 21 students at Deep River Elementary School. Students and staff members who were in close contact with this individual have been contacted by their school principal."

Positive Covid-19 cases throughout the state are on the rise. Residents are urged to continue to be vigilant about hand washing, social distancing and wearing masks, as well as, getting vaccinated and boosters.