San Antonio has recorded its first death from the coronavirus, city officials said Sunday.

The patient, a woman in her 80s, was being treated at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio and had a history of underlying health issues. She died Saturday in hospice care. The exact location is unknown and still being investigated. No other information about the patient or her case was released.

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“Today’s tragic development illustrates the importance of the aggressive steps we are taking to thwart the spread of COVID-19,” said San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg. “Stay home unless you must go out. Follow the health experts’ guidelines. We can all play a role in saving lives through social distancing and healthy behaviors. Together we will overcome this challenge.”

Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff expressed condolences to the woman’s family.

“It is very important for our community to continue to take precautions, practice safe distancing, stay at home when you feel sick, and wash your hands often,” Wolff said. “We are working hard to slow the spread of this virus and are keeping the interests of Bexar County residents, and our families first and foremost. Your cooperation during this time is of the utmost importance and I thank you for your helping us by doing your part.”

The woman’s case does not appear to have been factored in to the total number of patients that Metropolitan Health District reports have become sickened by the coronavirus so far.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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