DETROIT Two Ford Motor Co. staff have died from the coronavirus, the UAW mentioned Saturday.

One labored on the automaker's Dearborn Stamping plant whereas the opposite was a talented trades worker on the Ford Knowledge Heart in Dearborn, Mich., the union mentioned.

The pair are the primary Ford staff identified to have died from the virus. 5 staff at Fiat Chrysler Cars have died, 4 of whom have been UAW members.

"It's a tragic reminder that the coronavirus disaster is in all places and requires the eye of all of us," Ford mentioned in a press release confirming their deaths. "Our ideas are with their households, buddies and associates throughout this troublesome time. Nothing is extra vital than the well being and security of our work drive, sellers, clients and communities. We'll proceed to observe the steerage from international well being specialists to do all we are able to to maintain our individuals wholesome."

It was unclear when precisely the employees died. The names of the 2 staff weren't launched.

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