Coronavirus live updates July 1: Myrtle Beach area sets record days before holiday weekend
Health officials announced a record high 228 new COVID-19 cases in Horry County on Wednesday afternoon.
The recent announcement brings the total number of confirmed coronavirus cases to 3,547 in Horry County since mid-March, according to the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control.
The county has had 45 deaths due to the coronavirus, DHEC reports.
Here are the latest updates on the coronavirus in the Myrtle Beach area July 1.
So far this week, Horry County has seen 562 cases of the coronavirus, DHEC records show.
Cases in Georgetown County have reached 489 and the county has had three virus-related deaths.
Across South Carolina, cases have climbed to 37,809, with 735 deaths due to the virus, according to DHEC. The state has an 84 percent recovery rate as of Monday, DHEC reports.
Today’s takeaways:
- The Myrtle Beach Pelicans’ season is canceled, but plans to use the ballpark for other events. Here’s what you need to know.
- If you’re wondering where and when you have to wear a face mask in South Carolina, here’s a rundown.
- In case you missed it: The City of North Myrtle Beach voted in favor of a face mask ordinance Tuesday. The ordinance will go into effect noon Thursday.
Wash your hands & wear a mask
Here’s your daily reminder to wash your hands often, wear a face mask and practice social distancing. Officials say washing your hands for at least 20 seconds with soap and water can help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
DHEC has issued statements over the last couple of weeks urging people to wear face masks while in public and its latest announcement encourages people to celebrate Fourth of July festivities at home.
This story was originally published July 1, 2020 at 4:57 PM.
