Since Florida lifted all COVID-19 restrictions, we’ve been waiting to see a spike in new cases.

On Wednesday, the number of new cases in Florida spiked from 2,155 to 5,489 cases. Even so, this is clearly a small spike considered the ones in July when it hit 15,000.

The percent of positive results ranged from 3.44% to 7.88% over the past 2 weeks and was 5.62% yesterday. Still, very low compared to July when it soared.

At the same time, the number of deaths related to COVID-19 has dropped considerably in Florida.

In Sebastian, the number of new cases is also dropping, showing no local spike.

We still need to wash our hands, social distance, and wear a mask. These guidelines are working in Florida.

Local:

Sebastian: 383 cases
Roseland: 4 cases
Barefoot Bay: 35 cases
Micco: 11 cases
Grant-Valkaria: 40 cases
Fellsmere: 427 cases
Wabasso: 9 cases
Vero Beach: 2,509 cases (this number also includes Vero Lake Estates and other rural areas near Vero Beach)

Indian River County COVID-19 Cases

Cases: 3,783
Deaths: 123

Brevard County COVID-19 Cases

Cases: 11,133
Deaths: 353

The total number of cases, deaths, and people who have tested negative in Florida.

Florida

Cases: 840,334
Deaths: 16,470
Currently Hospitalized: 2,125

Here’s some data on the number of new cases per day in Florida:

United States

The total number of cases, deaths, and people who have recovered from the virus in the United States.

Cases: 8,395,100
Deaths: 222,925
Recoveries: 3,323,354

Global

The total number of cases, deaths, and people who have recovered from the virus around the world.

Cases: 41,538,416
Deaths: 1,135,018
Recoveries: 28,201,653

Sebastian

Cleveland Clinic, Indian River Hospital, is providing testing by appointment only. To make an appointment, call the hospital at 772-226-4846.

If you need groceries or other items delivered to your home, call Blue River Delivery at 772-643-6880.

Sebastian Daily will continue to provide future updates on COVID-19 for Indian River County and Brevard County.

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