COVID-19 in Wisconsin: No new deaths reported for 1st time since July 24

(FOX 9) - The state of Wisconsin reported no new COVID-19 deaths for the first time since July 24 Monday. 

The death total of 998 remained as is when the state's Department of Health Services released new numbers Monday. Slightly more than 500 (507) new cases were reported in the last 24 hours, bringing that total to 61,061. 

In addition, a total of 50,662 patients have recovered from COVID-19 to date, 5,031 of which have been hospitalized. 

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers announced last month an indoor mask mandate for people over the age of 5. Face coverings while indoors except at a private residence are required as of Saturday, Aug. 1.

Evers extended the state's stay-at-home order until May 26, but on May 13, the state Supreme Court blocked the extension, effectively opening all establishments in the state. Hours later, images emerged of packed bars across the state, leading the Governor to call his state "The Wild West." Evers' original "Safer at Home" order went into effect on March 25. 

On April 4, President Donald Trump approved a disaster declaration for Wisconsin due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This declaration allows for federal funding to be allocated to state, tribal and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations that were impacted by the virus.

If you have questions or immediate needs related to COVID-19, you can Text COVID19 to 211-211, visit 211Wisconsin.org or call 211. Call volumes are high, so officials are asking people to be patient and try to use the text or online options first. 

If you are experiencing signs and symptoms of COVID-19, health officials advise you to call your health care provider. 

To prevent illness, wash your hands often, cover coughs and sneezes, clean frequently touched surfaces every day and stay home when you are sick.