Coronavirus live updates Aug. 27: Horry County sees nearly 50 new cases
Public health officials confirmed 49 new coronavirus cases Thursday in Horry County, according to the latest figures from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.
This brings the county’s total to 9,156 since mid-March, along with 168 total deaths.
DHEC’s daily news release includes 47 new cases Thursday, but the department’s map indicates 49 new cases. Officials have said the map shows the most accurate data.
Here are the latest updates on the coronavirus in the Myrtle Beach area Aug. 27.
In Georgetown County, there have been 1,654 confirmed cases and 36deaths.
Across South Carolina, cases reached 113,107 and there were 43 new deaths to raise the total to 2,494 because of COVID-19, DHEC reports.
A total of 5,234 tests were reported to DHEC Wednesday, and 8.1 percent of those were positive.
Today’s takeaways:
After a lengthy closure caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Alabama Theatre in North Myrtle Beach has set a reopening date.
Coastal Carolina University is pressing forward with its football season despite the virus, though the head coach told reporters recently that numerous players have missed practice due to precautions.
Horry County Schools will reopen Sept. 8 based on COVID-19 data released this coming Monday. The latest DHEC data would allow the district to reopen in-person if the school year began next week.
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.
