SEATTLE (AP) — Washington state has surpassed 5,000 deaths from the coronavirus, a milestone that comes a few days after the one-year anniversary of the first known virus death in the U.S. The state reported 799 new COVID-19 cases and 24 more deaths Wednesday, which brought its totals to 342,236 known infections and 5,012 deaths from the virus. The first confirmed coronavirus death in Washington — and the U.S. — was announced on Feb. 29, 2020. Gov. Jay Inslee said in a statement that as we recognize the loss, let us both mourn for the families who have lost loved ones and be thankful for the Washingtonians who have pitched in to prevent further deaths.
Washington state surpasses 5,000 COVID-19 deaths
