Yesterday, the Wyoming Department of Health confirmed the deaths of four Sheridan County residents attributed to COVID-19.

All four were older adults had health conditions recognized as putting patients at higher risk of serious illness related to COVID-19.   All four were also residents of long-term care facilities.

This brings the number of Sheridan County resident deaths to 27.

In a related announcement, the Wyoming Department of Health announced changes to Public Health Orders 1 and 2.

With regards to Public Order #1, groups of up to 8 are now permitted to sit together in restaurants and theaters.  And the restrictions regarding gymnasiums have been eased by removing the limit of 1 person every 120 square feet.

Gatherings are now allowed for up to 25 people.

Indoor events may allow up to 25% of occupancy with a maximum of 500.

Outdoor events may allow up to 50% of occupancy with a maximum of 1000.

No changes to Public Order #3 have been announced.

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