COVID-19 Positivity Rate Increases to 8.8%: OCTA

The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) recently reported that the COVID-19 positivity rate in the county had increased from 8.5% to 8.8%. This is a concerning development for public health officials, as the county has been struggling to contain the spread of the virus since the start of the pandemic. 

The OCTA reported that the increase in positivity rate was due to an uptick in cases in several cities within the county. The cities with the highest increases in cases were Anaheim, Irvine, and Santa Ana, which all saw double-digit increases in their positivity rates. The OCTA also noted that there had been a decrease in testing rates over the past few weeks, which could have contributed to the rise in positivity rates. 

Public health officials are urging residents of Orange County to take extra precautions to prevent further spread of the virus. Residents are being encouraged to wear masks when out in public, practice social distancing, and wash their hands frequently. They are also being asked to limit their contact with people outside their households and avoid large gatherings. 

The OCTA has also announced new measures to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19. These measures include increasing testing capacity and expanding contact tracing efforts. The agency is also working with local governments to create more public health education campaigns and provide resources for those who need them most. 

The OCTA is continuing to monitor the situation closely and will be providing updates on any changes in positivity rates or other developments related to COVID-19. In addition, they are asking residents to take all necessary precautions to protect themselves and their loved ones from the virus. 

Orange County has seen a steady increase in cases since the start of the pandemic, and it is important for residents to remain vigilant in order to keep the virus from spreading further. With proper precautions and continued vigilance, it is possible for Orange County residents to get through this difficult time safely and successfully.