Houston-area coronavirus count: Six more deaths confirmed; active case totals largely hold steady

Total cases across Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Galveston and Brazoria counties increased by 187 on April 23, but the increase in active cases was offset by patient recoveries, 160 of which were recorded.

Active cases in Harris County, including the city of Houston, fell by 16. In Brazoria and Galveston counties, active cases held steady.

Six coronavirus-related deaths were confirmed April 23, including two in Harris County, two in Fort Bend County, one in Montgomery County and one in Galveston County.

Known deaths in the Greater Houston area now stand at 134, lead by Harris County with 82. The city of Houston itself has gone four straight days with no new deaths confirmed.