Tracking coronavirus: Florida adds over 8,500 news cases; Gov. DeSantis expected to give update
FOX 35 News is tracking the latest on the coronavirus across Florida, the nation and the globe.
Coronavirus spike forces Miami to close beaches for July 4 weekend
Beaches in Miami-Dade County will close for the July Fourth weekend-- less than a month after reopening-- and gatherings of 50 or more will be prohibited due to recent surges in coronavirus cases.
$10.2M in COVID-19 test kits ordered by FEMA reportedly unusable, produced in ‘unsanitary conditions’
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is reportedly urging states not to use COVID-19 testing supplies that were manufactured by a Texas company known as Fillakit due to the fact that the plastic used to make the kits were produced in “unsanitary conditions.”
Texas man with coronavirus infects 17 relatives at surprise birthday party
Now 18 so far have contracted the illness, including two children, four seniors and a cancer patient.
Coronavirus more likely to hospitalize or kill people with these 5 underlying conditions
As the coronavirus resurges in hotspots across the United States, health officials are doing everything they can to safeguard Americans who are most at risk of the disease.
'Stay vigilant': Florida Agriculture Commissioner calls for statewide mask requirement
Many local governments have approved mask requirements as the number of cases has surged this month, but Gov. Ron DeSantis has declined to issue a statewide order.
Coronavirus pandemic leading to PTSD among children
The coronavirus pandemic is causing children anxiety that could lead to mental illness in the future.
Florida unemployment claims up slightly last week
Florida’s 93,394 claims filed last week trailed only the 287,354 posted in California and the 124,283 in Georgia.
CDC adds 3 new coronavirus symptoms to list
Congestion or runny nose, nausea, and diarrhea were added were added to the list.
Petition to delay Disney World reopening nears 10,000 signatures
The Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme parks will begin a phased reopening on July 11, with Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios reopening on July 15.
Tracking Coronavirus: 5,511 new cases reported in Florida, shattering record for daily increases
FOX 35 News is keeping your updated with the latest on COVID-19.
Gov. DeSantis warns that restaurants, bars breaking capacity limits will have their license suspended
Governor DeSantis urged Florida residents to keep appropriate physical distance, practice good hygiene, wash your hands, and wear a mask when you cannot socially distance.
Central Florida woman celebrated 109th birthday at retirement community via Zoom call
The Mayflower of Winter Park, a retirement community, told FOX 35 Orlando that Midge Ruff celebrated her 109th birthday on Monday.
Tracking Coronavirus: 3,286 new cases, 65 more deaths announced by Florida health officials
FOX 35 is bringing you the latest on COVID-19.
Tracking Coronavirus: Florida cases top 100,000 as another 2,926 cases are reported by health officials
Symptoms of the coronavirus include fever, cough and shortness of breath. They may show in as few as two days or as many as 14 days following exposure, the Florida Department of Health says.
Florida Rep. Anthony Sabatini files lawsuit against Orange County over mask mandate
The mandatory mask mandate went into effect on Saturday in Orange County.
Carnival Cruise Line cancels all sailings until October amid coronavirus pandemic
"Please continue to take care of yourself and your loved ones," Carnival wrote. "Your health and safety are important to us whether you're are on land or on one of our ships."
Tracking Coronavirus: Nearly 3,500 new cases reported by Florida health officials
If you display coronavirus symptoms, you should contact a local health organization and make them aware of your condition prior to arrival while also following specific instructions or guidelines they may have.
COVID-19 testing increasing as Florida cases continue to spike, health officials say
Florida is currently experiencing a spike in coronavirus cases, increasing by thousands a day.
Florida health officials urge people to wear masks in public
The Florida Department of Health issued an additional public health advisory to COVID-19 to protect Floridians and visitors to the Sunshine State.