coronavirus deaths Polk County

Almost one third of the state's deaths from COVID-19 related complications reported Wednesday occurred in the greater Tampa Bay region.

The state recorded more than 1,200 additional COVID-19-related deaths this week, but hospitalizations continue to decline.

Cases continued on a downward trajectory, with fewer than 8,000 new positives reported for the fourth time this week.

Tuesday’s report from the Florida Department of Health shows it was the deadliest day for COVID-19-related deaths since the coronavirus pandemic…