Wrentham Hit with Rise of Coronavirus Cases Due to Local Cluster

Wrentham Hit with Rise of Coronavirus Cases Due to Local Cluster

According to data shared by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health on Wednesday, there have been 15 positive cases of the virus in Wrentham over the past two weeks, a higher number of cases compared to the previous two weeks.

Town officials can confirm that the 15 current positive cases belong to one "cluster" of cases tied to a single nursing home.

"We feel its imperative residents know that these cases are tied to one cluster in one facility; however, we are taking these numbers very seriously and are urging everyone, please, to closely follow COVID-19 guidance to protect themselves and others," said Town Administrator Kevin Sweet. "Wear your mask in public, practice social distancing from others outside your household, wash your hands frequently, and please, if you feel sick or are experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms, stay home."

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Town officials said Wrentham Public Schools will continue following its hybrid learning model on Wednesday, as the cases are limited to one cluster in one facility. King Philip students are currently following a remote learning schedule and will continue to do so, with plans to move to a hybrid learning model later this year as long as public health data supports the transition.