On Thursday, the number of new COVID-19 cases in Florida skyrocketed to 10,699. There are over 4,200 patients being hospitalized for COVID-19 illnesses, which is up about 200 since last week.

The number of deaths in Florida related to COVID-19 is still down. There were 3 deaths in Indian River County this week.

In Sebastian, there are 15 new cases this week, slowing down to about 2-3 new cases each day.

Please follow the CDC guidelines. You can still live your life and be safe.

Local Cases

Sebastian: 630
Roseland: 5 (unchanged during November and December)
Barefoot Bay: 51 (slowing)
Micco: 18 (slowing)
Grant-Valkaria: 65 (slowing)
Fellsmere: 509 (slowing)
Wabasso: 9 (unchanged during November and December)
Vero Beach: 3,894 (Area of concerns. This number also includes Vero Lake Estates and other rural areas near Vero Beach)

Indian River County COVID-19 Cases

Cases: 5,380
Deaths: 139

Brevard County COVID-19 Cases

Cases: 16,874
Deaths: 452

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.

Signup for the free Sebastian Daily newsletter for your chance to win free dinners and merchandise!