A York County Council member is now demanding county officials act to recommend people wear masks in public as coronavirus cases continue to soar. Roy Cooper for a public mask requirement, Roddey said York County must act to ensure public health and safety. The statement said:“Due to the increase in York County COVID-19 cases, York County is encouraging residents to continue following the current guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. “York County Emergency Management staff are in contact with State Government Officials, State Emergency Management personnel and SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) officials regarding the spread of COVID-19 in the state and in York County. “We have had almost record numbers in York County every day for a week or more,” Winkler said.

Source: The Herald June 24, 2020 18:42 UTC