Health officials report a rise in fatalities from a highly contagious virus. The total number of deaths this year now stands at four. Two recent deaths were linked to the outbreak, and it is known that the individuals who died had not been vaccinated.

These fatalities follow two earlier deaths from the same illness. The state's health department is working to contain the outbreak and prevent further deaths.

Further information about the outbreak is available, including details about the areas where the deaths occurred and the actions being taken by health officials to address the situation.