New Hanover County COVID-19 Update: No reported deaths this week, Phase 3 remains in place, Flu Thru this Saturday, open testing to start next week

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10/23/2020 3:00 PM EDT

Key Messages:

  • No deaths of NHC residents from COVID-19 reported this week. Approximately 4,677 residents have recovered from COVID-19, and about 503 currently have an active case of the virus.
  • Governor Cooper announced this week that North Carolina will remain in Phase 3 of reopening.
  • Free drive-through COVID-19 testing is available starting Tuesday, October 27. Those who have attended gatherings or visited establishments where social distancing was difficult to maintain are encouraged to get tested.
  • New Hanover County will offer a free drive-through flu vaccination event Saturday, October 24, starting at 10 a.m. at the CFCC parking lot between Hanover and Brunswick Streets.

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