Coronavirus live updates June 28: Myrtle Beach area sees nearly 200 more COVID-19 cases
Coronavirus cases continued to surge in the Myrtle Beach area Sunday, according to the latest figures from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.
Horry County had 184 new cases as of Sunday, bringing the county’s total to 2,985 since mid-March. Horry County’s total deaths remained at 44.
In Georgetown County, there have been 435 confirmed cases and three deaths, according to DHEC.
Here are live updates on the coronavirus in the Myrtle Beach area today.
So far this week, 1,056 have been announced in Horry County, records show. Last week, the county saw about 800 new cases. Horry County government has 29 employees who have tested positive for the virus and 50 tests that are pending.
The jump in cases in the Myrtle Beach and Horry County areas comes as we approach one of the biggest tourism weekends of the year. Fourth of July celebrations are set for a week from today.
Cases across South Carolina rose by 1,,371 on Sunday, bringing totals to 33,221 with 712 COVID-19 deaths. The state first eclipsed 30,000 cases Friday.
Today’s takeaways:
- It’s not unusual to have questions about the COVID-19 test. Here is a Q&A we complied to help you prepare for the test and where you can get tested in the Myrtle Beach area.
- The City of Myrtle Beach could vote on a mask policy ahead of the Fourth of July. Here’s the latest.
- In case you missed it: Myrtle Beach and South Carolina leaders are slow to react to COVID-19 surge.
- Here’s how to check the number of coronavirus cases in your zip code.
Visitors to South Carolina beaches should get tested for coronavirus, government leaders announced Friday.
The City of Myrtle Beach has canceled its summer camps for the “foreseeable future” after an employee tested positive for coronavirus, according to a Facebook post from the parks, recreation and sports tourism department.
A Carolina Country Music Festival alum announced recently he’s tested positive for COVID-19 — and he might have contracted it in the Myrtle Beach area.
Wash your hands & wear a mask
This is your daily reminder to wash your hands, wear a face mask 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. It’s important to refrain from touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands, health officials warn.
DHEC urges people to wear a face mask while in public places to help prevent the spread of the virus. And, last but not least, practice social distan
This story was originally published June 28, 2020 at 12:06 PM with the headline "Coronavirus live updates June 28: Myrtle Beach area sees nearly 200 more COVID-19 cases."
