The number of new cases, hospitalizations and deaths from COVID-19 in the Houston area have improved significantly since July, but the pandemic remains a serious threat here.
The Houston region added 1,957 cases on Saturday, according to a Houston Chronicle analysis, bringing the total to 104,650.
Texas as a whole added 4,988 cases and added 138 deaths. The Chronicle has tallied a total of 12,664 virus deaths in the state, though the true figure is likely higher.
The positive test rate fell slightly, from 12.3 percent to 12.2 percent. A troubling sign, however, was a jump in the state’s rolling average of new cases, from 4,997 to 5,369.
Statewide COVID-19 hospitalizations declined for the 11th straight day, to 4,273.
Harris County remains at its highest threat level, which urges residents to stay home when possible and avoid unnecessary contact with others. Gov. Greg Abbott’s statewide mask rules remain in effect.
Stephanie Lamm contributed reporting.
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