Coronavirus updates April 28: Myrtle Beach, Horry leaders meet to discuss the latest today
Horry County and City of Myrtle Beach leaders are meeting to discuss the latest news on the coronavirus Tuesday.
Myrtle Beach’s public beach accesses are officially open, while hotels short-term rentals and other accommodations services in the city could reopen this week following a roughly three-week shutdown. City officials will meet again Thursday to vote on a motion to reopen accommodations services within the city, including hotels and short-term rentals.
Hotels and campgrounds will re-open this week as the coronavirus restrictions keeping the spots close are to expire, county leaders announced Tuesday afternoon. Here’s the latest.
Here’s the latest updates on the coronavirus in the Myrtle Beach area.
Last week, Horry County saw a downward trend in coronavirus cases announced by the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control. Area doctors say the virus has plateaued in the area, but urge people to still maintain social distance and be vigilant.
The number of coronavirus cases in Horry County has reached at least 209, with 12 reported deaths as of Tuesday morning, according to DHEC. There are now 39 cases in Georgetown County, with two reported deaths.
Today’s takeaways:
- Horry County Schools held a board meeting Monday night where the board discussed how the coronavirus could impact HCS’ future plans. Here’s the latest.
- In case you missed it: A woman claiming to be at the beach to spread her parents’ ashes now finds herself facing criminal charges for violating a state order designed to slow coronavirus’ spread.
- Coronavirus death toll predictions increase, health officials say. Here’s the latest.
Wash your hands
This is your daily reminder to wash your hands. Health experts recommend washing your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
Here is more information from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on the coronavirus and how to help prevent it from spreading.
This story was originally published April 28, 2020 at 11:56 AM.
