by Kevin Zimmermann
SHEBOYGAN COUNTY, WI (WHBL) – Sheboygan County’s COVID-19 numbers are steadily increasing according to Thursday’s report from the Sheboygan County Division of Public Health. One active case was added, another recovered and no additional deaths have been recorded due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. Thursday’s report enumerated 34 positive cases of COVID-19. Of the 19 active cases, two are hospitalized. 13 persons have recovered. An additional 74 negative test returns since yesterday’s report brought that total to 508.
The County DPH urged those celebrating Easter to do so only in their own home. This means no gatherings “Even if you keep 6 feet apart…Even if it’s fewer than 10 people…even if you’re symptom free…Even if you’re young…Even if it’s outside…Even though they are family…Even though you miss them.”
STATE PARKS, FORESTS, REC AREAS ORDERED CLOSED
Today, Governor Evers ordered 40 State Parks, Forests and Recreation Areas closed to the public due to concerns over the Coronavirus Pandemic. The closures include Kohler-Andrae State Park, Harrington Beach State Park and the Kettle Moraine State Forest units.
A record 8,469 visitors were recorded at Kohler-Andrae the weekend of April 4-5, while Harrington Beach State Park at Belgium had an estimated 3,639 visitors that same weekend. That compares with Harrington Beach’s average 9,695 for the entire month.
The Governor’s release stated that: “Due to unprecedented crowds, litter, vandalism and the need to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff, Gov. Evers has directed the DNR to close the (following) Wisconsin State Parks, Forests and Recreation Areas effective Friday, April 10th.”
