Whitman County confirms 23 new COVID-19 cases

County’s total number of cases is 1,344

CHERYL AARNIO, Evergreen reporter

Twenty-three individuals tested positive for COVID-19, increasing Whitman County’s total to 1,344.

Eight people aged 0-19 years tested positive, according to a press release from the Whitman County Emergency Operations Center. Five are females, and three are males. Fourteen people aged 20-39 years tested positive. Eight are females, and six are males. One male aged 60-79 years tested positive. All patients are stable and self-isolating.

Residents are reminded to wear masks and practice social distancing.