Coronavirus live updates June 29: Cases climb by more than 150 in Horry County
Cases of the coronavirus grew by 165 in Horry County on Monday afternoon, health officials announced.
The latest announcement brings the number of COVID-19 cases in the county to 3,150 since mid-March, according to the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control. Horry County has had 44 reported deaths due to the coronavirus, DHEC reports.
Here are the latest updates on the coronavirus in the Myrtle Beach area June 29.
Last week, Horry County saw the highest number of cases in one week, with just over 1,000 announced, according to DHEC records.
In Georgetown County, cases have reached 440 and there have been three coronavirus-related deaths reported.
Cases across South Carolina have surpassed 34,546, DHEC reports. The state has had 717deaths due to the coronavirus.
Today’s takeaways:
- House of Blues in the North Myrtle Beach area has closed as coronavirus cases spike.
- In case you missed it: The City of Myrtle Beach has canceled summer camps after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.
- A holiday weekend is approaching. Here’s what to expect on Fourth of July weekend in the Myrtle Beach area.
- Tidelands Health has announced more free drive-thru COVID-19 testing clinics for July.
- Myrtle Beach is considering a law that would require people to wear face masks in public settings. Here is what you need to know.
Upcoming testing
Tidelands Health plans several free COVID-19 testing events in July:
- Friday, July 10, beginning at 10 a.m. and continuing while supplies last, Georgetown High School, 2500 Anthuan Maybank Dr., Georgetown
- Friday, July 17, beginning at 10 a.m. and continuing while supplies last, Myrtle Beach Pelicans Stadium, 1251 21st Ave. North, Myrtle Beach
- Friday, July 24, beginning at 10 a.m. and continuing while supplies last, Coastal Carolina University, 100 Chanticleer Dr., Conway
- Friday, July 31, beginning at 10 a.m. and continuing while supplies last, Myrtle Beach Pelicans Stadium, 1251 21st Ave. North, Myrtle Beach
Wash your hands & wear a mask
This is your daily reminder to wash your hands, wear a face mask and practice social distancing. These practices can help prevent the spread of the coronavirus, health officials say.
Washing your hands often for at least 20 seconds with soap and water can help prevent the spread of the virus. It’s important to refrain from touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands, health experts say.
This story was originally published June 29, 2020 at 3:42 PM.
