Latest: New coronavirus cases announced in Horry County, Myrtle Beach area

Four more coronavirus cases have been confirmed in the Myrtle Beach area on Thursday, according to the latest information from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.

There are now 242 positive COVID-19 cases in Horry County, with 18 deaths reported.

Georgetown County now has 50 confirmed cases and three deaths reported, as South Carolina’s total rises to 7,142 confirmed cases and 316 deaths from COVID-19. Statewide about 81 percent of people who tested positive from coronavirus have recovered.

The announcement comes as more COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted. Last week, Myrtle Beach hotels and public accesses reopened for public use.

Health officials are still encouraging people to practice social distancing when they are out. That includes wearing masks and to frequently wash hands. To learn more about coronavirus cases, the virus itself and how to prevent it spreading, visit DHEC’s website.

This story was originally published May 7, 2020 at 4:28 PM.

Anna Young

The Sun News

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Anna Young joined The Sun News in 2019 and has spent her time covering the Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach and Surfside Beach governments, while providing valuable insight to the community at large. Young, who got her start reporting local news in New York, has received accolades from both the New York State Press Association and the South Carolina Press Association. She is dedicated to the values of journalism by listening, learning, seeking out the truth and reporting it accurately. Young originates from Westchester County, New York and received her bachelor’s degree in journalism from SUNY Purchase College in 2016.