3 More COVID-19 Deaths In Kendall County; Cases Surpass 4,500

KENDALL COUNTY, IL — Kendall County reported three more coronavirus deaths on Monday, bringing the total death toll to 33, according to public health data.

"Today, we are sad to report the deaths of three individuals – a female in her 80s, a female in her 60s, and a male in his 80s," the Kendall County Health Department said in a release. "Our thoughts and prayers go out to their families and friends during this difficult time."

As of Monday, the county also reported 166 new cases, bringing the total to 4,540 with 2,460 COVID-19 patients in recovery.

Kendall County's coronavirus positivity rate had been between 4 percent and 6 percent from June through September, but as of Friday, the positivity rate has spiked up to 19.2 percent, according to data released by the Illinois Department of Public Health.

In an earlier news release, the county health department asked residents who are sick with the virus to stay home.

"Most people with COVID-19 have mild illness and can recover at home without medical care. Do not leave your home, except to get medical care. Do not visit public areas," the health department said.

Last week, Kendall County has set a new single-day record for number of coronavirus cases reported. According to county data, there were 269 new cases on Thursday.

RaeAnn VanGundy, health department executive director, told Patch that the increase in community transmission of the virus is overwhelming local health officials who are involved in contact tracing. They are struggling to notify residents and their possible contacts within 24 hours.

"Our cases are outnumbering our staff right now," VanGundy said.

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