HA)—A heat advisory continues through mid-evening for the KGWA listening area, with the heat index near 107 degrees. Remember to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. If you work or spend time outside, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. Take frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
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HF)--Officials say the state’s hospital system is nearing the breaking point as COVID-19 admissions climb and nursing shortages plague facilities, but the governor said no state of emergency is needed at this point. The head of Oklahoma Hospital Association on Tuesday, meanwhile, called on state officials to grant Oklahoma hospitals the same flexibility they were given last year in order to combat the latest virus spike. “Oklahoma hospitals need state regulatory flexibility to create additional bed capacity such as repurposing space within a hospital, licensure flexibility and enabling the insurance department to instruct insurance companies to waive or expedite pre-authorization for post-acute care,” said Patti Davis, OHA president. Enid’s two hospitals are currently treating nearly 20 people with COVID. Enid News and Eagle reports on Tuesday St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center reported having eight confirmed positive COVID-19 inpatients. Integris Bass on Tuesday reported 10 COVID patients, adding the count has ranged anywhere from 10 to 15 in the past week to two weeks. In addition to local patients, both Enid hospitals have been when possible taking in transfer patients from other Oklahoma hospitals, and even a few from out of state, out of COVID beds.
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OH)--Enid Public Schools students and their families are invited to kick off the school year Monday at open house events, or “Meet the Teacher”, across the district. The open house schedule includes middle school and high school sites from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. and elementary sites all day by appointment only. Students and their families will be given the opportunity to meet their teachers, talk with their principals and tour the buildings. Parents can sign-up to volunteer, and they will receive valuable information about the upcoming school year. Parents will also be able to set up their PowerSchool Parent Portal with the assistance of staff. Masks are optional but encouraged by the district. EPS classes begin Wednesday, August 18. For more information about the start of school, including school supply lists, please visit www.enidpublicschools.org.
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CN)— Five more newly confirmed virus-related deaths and 2,199 new COVID-19 cases were reported in the state since Tuesday, according to daily numbers released late this morning by the Oklahoma State Department of Health. Currently, 18,072 Oklahomans are considered active cases in the state, with 1,102 people currently hospitalized in the state for treatment of the virus. The seven-day rolling average for new cases reported was 2,031. Currently, 18,072 Oklahomans are considered active cases in the state, OSDH said.
Situation Update: COVID-19
Data shown are preliminary and subject to change
as additional information is obtained
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COVID-19 Cases |
503,552 |
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New Cases |
2,199 |
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New Cases 7 day Average |
2,031 |
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Active Cases |
18,072 |
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CDC/NCHS Provisional Deaths |
8,805 |
There have been 8052 positive COVID-19 cases, and 139 deaths in Garfield County. 7033 of those cases and 128 deaths have been in Enid. In surrounding counties: Kingfisher County has reported 2116 cases, Alfalfa 1166, Blaine County is at 1089 cases, Major 980, and Grant 577.
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