Coronavirus In Oak Creek; 31 Recoveries, 6 Deaths

OAK CREEK, WI — Officials in Oak Creek say more than one-third of all COVID-19 cases in the city have recovered through this weekend.

According to the Oak Creek Health Department, as of April 26, there were 86 reported cases of COVID-19 in Oak Creek, and 6 COVID-19-related deaths. City officials said of the 86 reported cases, there have been 31 recoveries.

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Oak Creek Health Department officials say they're working closely with state Department of Health Services to monitor the outbreak, and is prepared to respond as needed.

Oak Creek officials say that playgrounds and basketball courts in Oak Creek are still closed until further notice. Park green spaces can still be used, but city officials are asking residents to practice social distancing, keeping at least six feet between yourself and others.

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