Another record breaking number of new COVID-19 cases is being reported in Monroe County. The Health Department says there have been 787 new confirmed cases of the virus since the last update. There were no new deaths to report so the death toll remains at 592.
The 7-day rolling average positivity rate for Monroe County now stands at 9%.
940 people in the Finger Lakes Region are hospitalized, 143 of them are in ICU.
Monroe County Public Health Commissioner Dr. Michael Mendoza released a statement regarding the record number of new cases. The full statement can be found below.
Statement from Monroe County Public Health Commissioner Dr. Michael Mendoza:
"As we close out 2020, we have reason to hope. We have several vaccines that can help us end the pandemic in the coming months. However, we are not there yet.
On the last day of 2020, we are reporting yet another record-breaking number of new cases. While it is premature to call this the start of a post-holiday surge, it may very well be one. Small gatherings continue to be the main reason for community spread. People are visiting their parents and grandparents. They are having a few friends over for the Bills game.
If you haven’t made plans for tonight, please consider staying home. If you have a small gathering with people outside of your household, keep it outside. Wear a mask and maintain social distance at all times. Be safe so we all can have a healthy and happy New Year."