Coronavirus live updates June 30: Horry sees another day with triple-digit case count
Coronavirus cases climbed by 169 in Horry County on Tuesday afternoon and another virus-related death was reported, according to the latest updates from the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control.
The latest DHEC announcement brings the total number of COVID-19 cases in the county to 3,319. The county has seen 45 deaths due to the coronavirus since mid-March.
Here are the latest updates on the coronavirus in the Myrtle Beach area today.
The City of North Myrtle Beach is the first jurisdiction in Horry County to pass a face mask ordinance. Its council passed the ordinance in a meeting Tuesday afternoon.
Cases grew by more than 1,000 last week in Horry County, making it the highest amount of cases announced in a single week in the county.
In Georgetown County, cases have reached 458, with 3 virus-related deaths, DHEC reports.
South Carolina cases have surpassed 36,200 as of Tuesday afternoon. The state has had a total of 735 deaths due to the coronavirus.
Today’s takeaways:
- The Horry County Fair is still on despite coronavirus concerns. Here’s the latest.
About 100 teens from Washington D.C. have tested positive for coronavirus after a trip to Myrtle Beach, a Virginia official confirmed.
Horry County Schools has suspended football conditioning due to the coronavirus outbreak. Here’s what you need to know.
Tidelands Health, partnering with DHEC, has announced more free COVID-19 testing clinics for July.
The Myrtle Beach Pelicans canceled its July 3 firework show due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Wash your hands & wear a mask
This is your daily reminder to wash your hands often, wear a face mask and practice social distancing.
DHEC said in a Tuesday announcement people should stay home for Fourth of July festivities to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Health officials recommend folks have at-home activities July 4. For those who choose to attend fireworks shows, DHEC is asking them to stay inside vehicles.
Health officials also recommend people wash their hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands, officials say.
This story was originally published June 30, 2020 at 2:25 PM.
