Coronavirus live updates May 21: Myrtle Beach area attractions allowed to reopen tomorrow
Attractions across the Grand Strand area allowed to reopen Friday after being temporarily closed for nearly two months to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Those attractions in the Myrtle Beach area include amusement parks, mini golf, bowling alleys, arcades, aquariums and night clubs.
Here are live updates on the coronavirus in the Myrtle Beach area May 21.
Cases of the coronavirus have risen to 314 in Horry County since mid-March, according to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control. The county has seen 20 coronavirus-related deaths.
In Georgetown County, there have been 53 cases of the virus and three deaths, DHEC reports.
COVID-19 cases across South Carolina have climbed to 9,175 and 407 deaths, according to DHEC.
Today’s takeaways:
Horry County’s new unemployment claims dropped to 1,999 after being on the rise for weeks. Here’s the latest on unemployment in Horry County.
Museums and amusement parks are among a new wave of reopenings across South Carolina ahead of Memorial Day weekend. Here’s what you need to know.
If you’re planning to be out and about in Myrtle Beach this weekend, here’s your guide to traveling around the city.
- The North Myrtle Beach opens from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday. The market is located at 925 1st Avenue S., between city hall and the library.
Wash your hands & a smile
Here is your daily reminder to wash your hands and practice social distancing. Health officials say washing your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds can help prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Social distancing should still be practiced, officials say.
The City of Myrtle Beach has located its first sea turtle nest of the season. The nest of 110 eggs was relocated to a spot on the beach that sees less traffic.
