Barron County Public Health has confirmed the county's first case of COVID-19.

The person who tested positive is self isolating at home.

Health officials are working to identify people who may have come in contact with this individual.

“There is no need for the public to panic,” says Laura Sauve, Health Officer. “We have been preparing for a case of COVID-19 in Barron County and are taking the necessary steps to limit further spread.”