Downey keeps adding coronavirus cases, now up to 193

DOWNEY — The number of coronavirus cases in Downey continues to climb, reaching 193 on Monday.

Health officials confirmed 900 new cases across L.A. County and 29 new deaths. Of those deaths, 25 victims were senior citizens.

Officials are also now tracking deaths among healthcare workers. Public health officials said 11 healthcare workers in L.A. County have died of Covid-19, with eight of those workers being employees of skilled nursing facilities.

“The increases in deaths represent our family members, friends and neighbors including front-line essential workers, who have passed away from Covid-19,” said Barbara Ferrer, public health director. “To all who are grieving, you are in our thoughts and prayers, and we are so sorry for your loss.”