Maryland Records First Community Spread Of Coronavirus

One of the three positive tests for COVID-19 in Maryland announced Wednesday night is the first case of community spread in the state.

The patient is a Prince George's County man in his 60s who had no known exposure to the virus through travel or contact with an infected individual.

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“The first case of ... community transmission in Maryland means we are entering a new phase of working to mitigate and limit the spread of this pandemic,” Gov. Larry Hogan said in a statement. “What we are seeing now is what we have been anticipating and preparing for over the last several weeks. Later today, I will be announcing to Marylanders major actions we are taking to protect public health and safety.”

Hogan is set to announce major actions at a 4 p.m. news conference at the State House.