DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – COVID-19 statistics in DFW continue to show a downward trend.
According to medical experts, the number of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in the metroplex continue to fall. But, Dallas County Medical Director Phil Huang encouraged residents on Tuesday to wear masks and practice social distancing over the upcoming Labor day weekend.
“We saw what happened over the Memorial Day holiday when things started opening up and people started getting back to the old normal,” Huang said.
He was referring to a spike in cases in June and July that was seen across the state.
Bars are still closed in Texas and restaurants are open at limited capacity, but Governor Greg Abbott said on social media this week that he’s hopeful he can announce “next steps” in the state’s phased reopening as early as next week.
I said last month that Texas wouldn’t have anymore lockdowns—despite demands from mayors & county judges insisting on lockdowns.
Since my last orders in July, Covid numbers have declined—most importantly hospitalizations.
I hope to provide updates next week about next steps. https://t.co/EmmankcMMO
— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) September 1, 2020
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