Second COVID-19 death in Oklahoma is in Pawnee County

PAWNEE COUNTY, Okla. — As of Sunday, there are 67 positive cases of COVID-19 coronavirus in Oklahoma.

On Sunday, health officials said another person had passed away due to COVID-19, a man in his 50’s from Pawnee County.

This brings the total number of deaths to two.

Tulsa County now has 6 confirmed cases of COVID-19.

Results continue to arrive from the public-private partnership with Diagnostic Laboratory of Oklahoma (DLO), who have received more than 300 tests for the state.

The Oklahoma State Department of Health continues to support guidelines from the CDC related to social distancing and personal hygiene.

OSDH encourages Oklahomans to stay home, reduce person-to-person contact, wash hands frequently, and avoid touching your face.

If you develop symptoms such as fever, shortness of breath or cough, please contact your medical professional or call the hotline at 877-215-8336 or 211 for assistance.