Coronavirus live updates July 13: Horry County, Myrtle Beach sees another uptick in cases
Cases of the coronavirus increased by 112 Monday afternoon, health officials said.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control reports a total of 5,903 COVID-19 cases in Horry County since the start of the pandemic. There have been 73 coronavirus-related deaths in the county since March.
Here are the latest updates on the coronavirus in the Myrtle Beach area July 13.
Last week, Horry County has just over 1,300 coronavirus cases announced, dropping about 200 from the previous week, DHEC records show. Between June 29 and July 5, DHEC reported more than 1,500 coronavirus cases and last week there were 17 virus deaths reported in Horry County - both records in Horry County.
A new release from DHEC indicates Horry County had 121 new cases, but the online map shows a 112 case increase. State health officials have said the online map provides the most accurate case totals.
Coronavirus cases in Georgetown County have reached 799, with seven deaths reported.
Across South Carolina, cases have climbed to 58,003, DHEC reports. The state has had 961 virus-related deaths. There is an 89 percent recovery rate in the state as of July 9, according to DHEC.
Today’s takeaways:
Conway Medical Center announced Sunday that it is temporarily halting elective surgeries beginning Monday because of the surge of coronavirus in the area.
Horry County Schools’ board chairman said Thursday night the district should delay the start date of the upcoming academic year. The board plans to meet Monday night. Here’s what you need to know.
DHEC is tracking coronavirus cases by zip code. Here’s where to follow cases in your zip code.
Wash your hands & wear a mask
This is your daily reminder to wash your hands often, wear a mask and practice social distancing.
DHEC asks people to wear a mask when visiting public places and practice social distancing to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. It is now mandatory to wear face masks in certain public areas in unincorporated Horry County, the City of Myrtle Beach, the City of North Myrtle Beach and Georgetown County.
Health officials say washing your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds can help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
This story was originally published July 13, 2020 at 2:01 PM.
