I have a feeling Italy wishes they overreacted. If our hospitals stay at or under capacity, our rate will remain low. If things get like Italy, well, well be like Italy. I don't understand why everyone wants to paint this like the flu. I'm not a scientist, but deductive reasoning tells me that Italy is having so many more deaths because they are flat out overrun. Literally choosing who to try and save. If we can keep the curve flat and treat those who need it, our rate will remain low.
I'd actually prefer we get away from death rate and start posting rates of those who catch this and need supportive care. That is the real issue. When was the last flu season you remember any hospitals saying they are starting to be overrun?