Gov. Andy Beshear announced 836 cases of COVID-19 for Kentucky on Saturday, marking the second-highest single-day total so far.
“Today’s numbers continue a concerning increase in the number of COVID-19 cases in our commonwealth,” Beshear said. “We expect to take additional steps next week if the case numbers don’t stabilize.”
Saturday’s total brings Kentucky’s number of cases to at least 26,764. There were 797 reported Friday — now the third-highest number in one day — while the largest single-day total was July 19 with 979.
The statewide positivity rate over the past week is 5.41 percent.
“Our personal choices, right now and every day, will directly determine Kentucky’s situation in early August,” said Steven Stack, commissioner of the Department for Public Health, “Small acts of kindness and personal sacrifice will make a big difference. We can choose to delay a party or picnic. We can shop for groceries or go to the pharmacy when it’s less crowded. We can opt for an online or drive-up worship service. We can wear a face mask. Every one of us has a role to play in determining Team Kentucky’s future.”
Beshear also reported five new deaths Saturday, raising the total to 696 Kentuckians lost to the virus.
At least 7,421 Kentuckians have recovered from the virus. There have been at least 582,521 coronavirus tests performed in Kentucky.
For additional information, including up-to-date lists of positive cases and deaths, as well as breakdowns of coronavirus infections by county, race and ethnicity, click here.
Visit the governor’s website for more information on last week’s updates, including those on: the new travel advisory, social gatherings limited to 10 people, Kentucky Commercialization Ventures, the state budget, long-term care testing and Healthy at School.
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