Waterloo John Deere Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19

We have news of another positive test at an eastern Iowa business, this time in Black Hawk County.

According to KCRG-TV 9, "The John Deere Foundry Operation in Waterloo said one of its employees has tested positive for COVID-19."

The company was notified by the employee on Wednesday, April 1. The story also noted the employee hadn't been to work since March 20th. The name of the employee was not released.

In a statement, John Deere said they worked with health officials on recommended steps after learning of the positive test. Other employees and business partners that may have had interaction with the person were notified. All of those individuals are now on self-quarantine.

Please be safe and remember to continue to practice social distancing.