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Coronavirus: New York Sees Highest Single-Day Death Toll

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Scrutiny over New York’s coronavirus outbreak response has deepened after Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that the state recorded its highest single-day increase in virus deaths on April 7.

New York reported 731 deaths bringing the total to 5,489 deaths and 138,836 infections.

Authorities faced questions over their actions for at-risk people after an infected inmate at Rikers Island jail died.

Michael Tyson, 53, died waiting for a hearing over a non-criminal offence.

As of April 5, 286 inmates and 331 staffers in New York City’s jails have tested positive for the coronavirus.

The outbreak in NYC’s jail system is one of the worst at correctional facilities throughout the US, just as New York state leads the country in both total coronavirus cases and deaths since the virus reached the US.

Photo: Marc A. Hermann / MTA New York City Transit

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Governor Cuomo disclosed that New York, which has been the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak in the US, saw its highest number of fatalities in a 24 hour period between April 6 and April 7.

The change came after New York had seen two days of slowing infection rates and fewer deaths.

However, Governor Cuomo said the three day average for cases had fallen. However, he warned that New Yorkers must continue to follow health guidelines to socially distance and stay indoors.

He also asked people to avoid large gatherings as religious holidays Passover and Easter approach.

Governor Cuomo has so far ordered the release of at least 1,100 prisoners. Responding to questions on Tuesday, an aide to the governor said the state was “continuing to evaluate” the situation in New York’s jails in relation to the virus.

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