The lower number of deaths and cases reflect reporting delays over the weekend. Since the pandemic began, L.A. County Public Health has identified 1,222,447 positive cases of COVID-19 and a total of 23,276 deaths countywide, with 27,366 cases (82 more than Friday) and 297 deaths in the Santa Clarita Valley. Monday’s reported COVID-19 death occurred in a person between the ages of 50 and 64 years old. “We extend our deepest condolences to the friends and families who are living through the tragedy of losing a loved one. We are sending our love and prayers during your time of grief,” said Barbara Ferrer, PhD, MPH, MEd, Director of Public Health.