Coronavirus live updates: Here’s what to know in South Carolina on June 7
We’re tracking the most up-to-date information about the coronavirus in South Carolina. Check back for updates.
Cases top 14,000
At least 14,286 people in South Carolina have tested positive for the coronavirus and 546 have died as of Sunday, according to state officials.
The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control on Sunday reported 390 new cases of COVID-19. That’s down from 512 reported Saturday — the highest one-day total of positive cases reported in South Carolina.
It’s been a record-setting week, including two days with more than 400 new reported cases and three days of over 300, surpassing record highs from April and May.
Health officials also reported one additional death on Sunday in Darlington County.
More than 6.9 million cases of the virus have been reported worldwide and more than 401,000 people have died as of Sunday, according to Johns Hopkins University. In the United States, more than 1.9 million have tested positive and more than 110,000 people have died.
Where to get tested
State public health officials have scheduled more than 100 mobile testing events for rural and underserved communities in South Carolina through July 2. Get more details on the mobile coronavirus testing schedule on the DHEC website.
DHEC and South Carolina hospitals have another 168 permanent testing sites around the state. Get details on how you can get tested for the virus on DHEC’s testing site.
Hurricane season begins during pandemic
Forecasters are expecting a particularly intense hurricane season, and coupled with the coronavirus pandemic and ongoing protests over the death of George Floyd, South Carolina officials are readying for what could be a rough few months, The State reported.
“There are a lot of challenges coming at one time,” Gov. Henry McMaster said at a Thursday press conference, but added that state agencies are preparing for the worst and will be ready.
State health officials said people must keep COVID-19 in mind for their hurricane emergency plan, and recommended that coastal residents have masks, soap and disinfectant ready to take with them if forced to evacuate.
This story was originally published June 7, 2020 at 8:30 AM.
